{
  "id": 373474,
  "title": "Kai Wun praises Roy King after Korea Masters victory over former partner",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/kai-wun-praises-roy-king-after-korea-masters-victory-over-former",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-09T12:22:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/badminton/2026/08/1507690/kai-wun-praises-roy-king-after-korea-masters-victory-over-former"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Korea Masters witnessed a thrilling comeback as Tee Kai Wun and Yap Roy King defeated their former partner, Man Wei Chong and Soh Wooi Yik, to secure their sixth and fifth World Tour titles respectively. The duo employed an aggressive offensive strategy, supported by the experience of former world champion Soh Wooi Yik, to overcome Wei Chong's naturally aggressive playing style. This victory marks a significant milestone for both players, ending their 15-month wait for a World Tour title and restoring their confidence ahead of the upcoming World Championships in New Delhi.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Facing a long-time former partner is never easy, but Tee Kai Wun handled the tricky situation perfectly, turning the tables on Man Wei Chong to end a 15-month wait for a World Tour title at the Korea Masters on Sunday.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tee Kai Wun and Yap Roy King defeat former partners",
    "Secures 6th and 5th World Tour titles",
    "Marks 15-month wait for first World Tour title"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}