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NAGOYA: Christian Didier Chin-Aidan Yunus, a padel duo, etched their names in history by clinching silver at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after just four months of rigorous training together. Former tennis player Christian and junior squash player Aidan surpassed their semi-final goals, reaching the men's doubles final. Their remarkable journey culminated in a thrilling 6-3, 6-1 loss to Qatar's Mashari Naif-Rashed Naif in 55 minutes on Saturday.

Christian expressed the achievement as a dream come true, marking the inception of a path towards greater success, especially for the upcoming SEA Games in Malaysia. Aidan, who hadn't anticipated reaching the final, emphasized that this victory was merely the beginning, and they yearn to achieve more. Both athletes acknowledged the pivotal role of their families, friends, and the Malaysian Padel Association in their journey.

Aidan, who had transitioned from junior squash to padel, expressed his gratitude for the journey, which began long before their padel careers started. He emphasized the importance of staying committed to one's dreams despite negativity and discouragement. He urged young athletes to persevere in their pursuits, stating that nothing is impossible.

The pair dedicated their silver medal to the Malaysians who supported them throughout their journey, including their parents, families, friends, and the Malaysian Padel Association. Christian's hope was that their achievement would inspire others to pursue their aspirations and bring pride to Malaysia.