Underdog tag perfect foil to outwit Koreans, reveal Aaron-Wooi Yik
KUALA LUMPUR: Men's doubles pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik perfectly executed a strategy to subdue fiery South Koreans Kim Won Ho-Seo Seung Jae at their own game and stay in the hunt for a second title at the World Championships in New Delhi on Sunday.
KUALA LUMPUR: Aaron-Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, the 2022 world doubles champions, expertly utilized their underdog status to overcome formidable South Korean duo Kim Won Ho-Seung Jae-Seung Jae in a gripping semi-final encounter at the World Championships in New Delhi. The Malaysian pair, ranked No. 4, demonstrated an exemplary masterclass in the 21-17, 21-18 win, securing their spot in the final.
Employing the 'underdog' strategy advocated by their coach, Herry IP, the Malaysians stifled the South Koreans' aggressive playing style, neutralizing world No. 1 Kim Won Ho-Seung Jae's relentless attack. Wooi Yik credited their success to the unconventional approach, stating, "We played as the underdogs. We came without any pressure or target and just wanted to do our best."
The pair adopted a more defensive approach than their usual offensive game plan, effectively putting pressure on the South Koreans and dominating the court.
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