Indonesia’s Leani Ratri Oktila believes that in the world of top athletes, it is mental strength that sets winners apart. At the TOTAL BWF World Para-Badminton Championships 2019, Oktila, alongside Khalimatus Sadiyah Sukohandoko, emerged victorious in the women’s doubles SL3-SU5 category, defeating opponents from India and Turkey with ease.
Looking ahead, Oktila considers the Chinese pair of Chen Hefang and Ma Huihui as their toughest competition. She recognizes that physical fitness is important, but it’s the mental struggle that they must overcome to secure victory.
Sujirat Pookkham from Thailand shares a similar sentiment. After defeating Finland’s Heidi Manninen in the women’s WH1 singles, Pookkham acknowledges the strength and speed of China’s Yin Menglu. However, Pookkham’s experience, mental fortitude, and confidence give her the belief that she can prevail.
On the other hand, Korea’s Choi Jung Man believes in the power of skill and experience. Choi, who dominated the men’s singles WH1 category against Hoang Manh Giang of Vietnam, admits that he performs better when facing unfamiliar opponents. When he encounters strong players he knows, he becomes tense and prone to mistakes.
Choi emphasizes that he treats all opponents as equally strong, regardless of their skill level. He adjusts his own performance accordingly in each match.
Three-way Battle
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Reigning champion Jack Shephard from England and India’s Krishna Nagar contended for the men’s singles SS6 title on Day 2. Shephard swiftly defeated Lie Sun Jong of the Netherlands, while Nagar faced a tougher challenge against Fabien Morat from France.
Nagar believes that the battle for the SS6 title will be among him, Shephard, and England’s Krysten Coombs. He knows that he must stick to his own game, even when facing tough opponents. Nagar is prepared to adapt his strategy while maintaining confidence in his abilities.
Other Results
Japan’s Toshiaki Suenaga and Akiko Sugino demonstrated their prowess in the SL3-SU5 mixed doubles, defeating Brazil’s Leonardo Zuffo and Cintya Oliveira with ease. In the same category, Tetsuo Ura and Noriko Ito faced a tougher challenge against Sweden’s Rickard Nilsson and Norway’s Helle Sofie Sagoy, ultimately emerging victorious.
Rickard Nilsson, who also competes in the men’s singles SL4, mentioned the positive and energetic atmosphere at the tournament, which added to the overall excitement.
Talking Point
Malaysia’s Didin Taresoh expressed disappointment with his performance, feeling that he did not give it his all. However, he recognizes the importance of mental resilience, and plans to tap into his training, build his confidence, and face future matches with determination.
FAQs
Q: Who were the winners of the women’s doubles SL3-SU5 category at the TOTAL BWF World Para-Badminton Championships 2019?
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A: Leani Ratri Oktila and Khalimatus Sadiyah Sukohandoko from Indonesia emerged as the champions in the women’s doubles SL3-SU5 category.
Q: What does Krishna Nagar believe about the battle for the men’s singles SS6 title?
A: Krishna Nagar believes that the battle for the men’s singles SS6 title will primarily involve himself, Jack Shephard, and Krysten Coombs from England.
Q: What was the outcome of the SL3-SU5 mixed doubles match between Japan and Brazil?
A: Japan’s Toshiaki Suenaga and Akiko Sugino emerged victorious in the SL3-SU5 mixed doubles match against Brazil’s Leonardo Zuffo and Cintya Oliveira.
Conclusion
The BWF World Championships showcased the significance of mental strength and skill in the world of para-badminton. Athletes like Leani Ratri Oktila, Sujirat Pookkham, Choi Jung Man, Jack Shephard, and Krishna Nagar demonstrated their resilience, determination, and expertise on the court. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly anticipate more exciting matches and inspiring performances.
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