Kumamoto: The 29-year-old Japanese former two-time badminton world champion Kento Momota defeated 2021 world champion Loh Kean Yew of Singapore in the Japan Masters first round on Wednesday by saving 4 match points in the second game and extending the match to the decider. Continue reading Kento Momota Saves 4 Match Points To Enter Japan Masters Second Round
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Kento Momota To Play Loh Kean Yew In First Round of 2023 Japan Masters
Kumamoto: Kento Momota, the two-time badminton world champion, has once again demonstrated his unwavering spirit and remarkable talent, securing his place in the men’s singles top 32 at the Super 500 Japan Masters on Tuesday. This achievement marks another significant milestone in his ongoing comeback journey. Continue reading Kento Momota To Play Loh Kean Yew In First Round of 2023 Japan Masters
Kento Momota Makes A Triumphant Return By Winning Korea Masters
Gwangju: Former world champion Kento Momota has staged an impressive comeback, securing a victory at the 2023 Korea Masters, marking his first triumph since winning the 2021 Indonesia Masters. Continue reading Kento Momota Makes A Triumphant Return By Winning Korea Masters
Momota Kento Beat Lei Lanxi In Straight Games And Advanced To His First Final In 16 Months
Gwangju: Kento Momota secured a spot in the final after defeating China’s Lei Lanxi in straight games at the Korea Masters, marking his first final appearance in 16 months. The former world champion, currently ranked 52nd, demonstrated a remarkable performance by overcoming World No. 57 Lanxi with a score of 21-10, 21-19 in the men’s singles semi-finals on Saturday. Continue reading Momota Kento Beat Lei Lanxi In Straight Games And Advanced To His First Final In 16 Months
Kento Momota Enters 2023 Korea Masters Semis
Gwangju: Kento Momota secures a spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 Korea Masters after defeating Malaysia’s Soong Joo Ven 21-16, 21-11 in the men’s singles quarter-finals on Friday. Despite his current world ranking at 52nd place, Momota’s victory marks a notable comeback in Gwangju, especially after facing early eliminations in the first round throughout 2023. Continue reading Kento Momota Enters 2023 Korea Masters Semis
Kento Momota’s Future In Badminton Uncertain After Withdrawal From Asian Games
Tokyo: Former world number one Kento Momota’s withdrawal from the upcoming Asian Games due to injury has raised questions about his future in badminton. Continue reading Kento Momota’s Future In Badminton Uncertain After Withdrawal From Asian Games
Kento Momota Suffers Another Early Exit at 2023 Canada Open
Calgary: The second day of the 2023 Canada Open brought unexpected outcomes as former World No. 1 Kento Momota and several other top Asian men’s singles players suffered surprising first-round eliminations. Continue reading Kento Momota Suffers Another Early Exit at 2023 Canada Open
Kento Momota Determined To Compete At the 2024 Paris Olympic Games
Tokyo: Japan’s former men’s singles World No. 1 Kento Momota told Japanese media that he is determined to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics despite strong challenges from other young Japanese players. Continue reading Kento Momota Determined To Compete At the 2024 Paris Olympic Games
Li Shi Feng Beats Kento Momota to Enter German Open Men’s Final
Mulheim: Kento Momota’s momentum at the 2023 German Open was halted by World No. 20 Li Shi Feng of China when the former World No. 1 from Japan lost the semi-final to Li 11-21, 7-21. Continue reading Li Shi Feng Beats Kento Momota to Enter German Open Men’s Final
Kento Momota Firing On All Cylinders To Reach German Open Semis
Mulheim: Japan’s former World No. 1 Kento Momota has improved his form with each passing round, and as he closed out his 15-21, 21-17, 21-12 victory over compatriot – World No. 14 Kenta Nishimoto in the German Open quarter-finals on Friday. Continue reading Kento Momota Firing On All Cylinders To Reach German Open Semis