Chengdu: Malaysia’s second men’s doubles pair, Goh Sze Fei/Nur Izzuddin won the fourth match of the 2024 Thomas Cup quarter-finals against Akira Koga/Taichi Saito on Thursday, securing Malaysia’s victory over Japan with an overall 3-1 score. Continue reading Malaysia Beats Japan 3-1, But All Eyes Are On Kento Momota’s Farewell From The International Stage
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2024 Thomas Cup Finals: Malaysia Faces Japan in The Quarters
Chengdu: The Malaysian Thomas Cup team was drawn to meet Japan in the 2024 Thomas Cup Finals quarter-final action after a draw ceremony held in Chengdu, China Wednesday evening.
One of the most important questions for badminton fans is whether this will be the legendary Kento Momota’s last international match. Continue reading 2024 Thomas Cup Finals: Malaysia Faces Japan in The Quarters
Kento Momota Announces Retirement From Professional Badminton
Tokyo: Former world champion Kento Momota announced on Thursday that after completing the 2024 Thomas Cup Finals at the end of April 2024, he will retire from the Japan badminton national team and will not participate in international tournaments organized by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) in the future. However, he will continue to participate in domestic tournaments as an active player and promote badminton activities. Momota admitted that the injuries he sustained in a car accident in Malaysia in January 2020 had caused him considerable pain during his recovery period. Continue reading Kento Momota Announces Retirement From Professional Badminton
Kento Momota Joins Japan’s Thomas Cup Team
Tokyo: On March 30th 2024, the Japanese Badminton Association had officially released their rosters for both the men’s and women’s teams for the Thomas and Uber Cup. The roster, headlined by an aging men’s group with Kento Momota and a young star on the women’s side with Miyazaki Tomoka, has sparked a decent bit of conversation over the choices made for the roster, specifically with the men’s side. Continue reading Kento Momota Joins Japan’s Thomas Cup Team
Kento Momota’s Miracle 12-19 Comeback In Decider, Leads Japan’s 3-2 Triumph Over India at 2024 BATC
Shah Alam: In a remarkable demonstration of determination and resilience, Kento Momoto staged an incredible comeback from 12-19 in the deciding game against India’s Kidambi Srikanth on Friday. With this comeback, he defeated him with a scoreline of 17-21, 21-9, 22-20, leading Japan to a 3-2 victory and guiding their men’s team to the semi-finals of the 2024 Badminton Asia Team Championships (BATC). Continue reading Kento Momota’s Miracle 12-19 Comeback In Decider, Leads Japan’s 3-2 Triumph Over India at 2024 BATC
Kento Momota to Spearhead Japan’s Challenge At 2024 Badminton Asia Team Championships
Tokyo: Japan continues to place trust in former world no. 1 Kento Momota to lead their challenge at the 2024 Badminton Asia Team Championships (BATC), which will be held from 13 to 18 February 2024 at Setia City Convention Centre, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Continue reading Kento Momota to Spearhead Japan’s Challenge At 2024 Badminton Asia Team Championships
Kento Momota Secures His 6th All-Japan Badminton Championships Title
Tokyo: Former world champion Kento Momota clinched his 6th title in the All-Japan Badminton Championships on Saturday. He defeated the skilled 24-year-old Koki Watanabe with scores of 21-12, 17-21, 21-11 in the men’s singles final. Despite this victory, Momota acknowledges the formidable challenge for him to secure a spot in the Paris Olympics next year. Continue reading Kento Momota Secures His 6th All-Japan Badminton Championships Title
Kento Momota, Nozomi Okuhara Cruise into 2023 All-Japan Badminton Championships Finals
Tokyo: The men’s singles semi-finals at the All Japan Badminton Championships were expected to witness a showdown between the former and current Japanese top men’s singles players, Kento Momota and Kodai Naraoka. However, Kodai Naraoka had to withdraw due to health issues, allowing Kento Momota to advance to the finals effortlessly. Continue reading Kento Momota, Nozomi Okuhara Cruise into 2023 All-Japan Badminton Championships Finals
Kento Momota To Play Kodai Naraoka in 2023 All-Japan Badminton Championships Semis
Tokyo: The competition at the All Japan Badminton Championships remains fierce, with both former and current top men’s singles players in the Japanese squad, Kento Momota, and Kodai Naraoka, securing spots in the semifinals. An exciting showdown between these two top players is set for Friday. Continue reading Kento Momota To Play Kodai Naraoka in 2023 All-Japan Badminton Championships Semis
Kento Momota Triumphs: A 141-Minute Battle Against Rasmus Gemke in Japan Masters Second Round
Kumamoto: Kento Momota showcased remarkable resilience in an intense battle that spanned 141 minutes, ultimately securing victory over Rasmus Gemke in the second round of the Japan Masters. Continue reading Kento Momota Triumphs: A 141-Minute Battle Against Rasmus Gemke in Japan Masters Second Round