Thursday, 14 Nov 2024

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Cheered on by her family, Lyanny Alessandra Mainaky, a promising young badminton player, has made significant progress in the OUE Singapore Open 2016. As the daughter of renowned coach Riony Mainaky and the niece of Olympic gold medalist Rexy Mainaky, Lyanny is now set to face off against Commonwealth Games Women’s Singles champion, Michelle Li of Canada, in her first major tournament.

At just 19 years old, Lyanny has already shown great determination and skill in her journey to the main draw of the tournament. She overcame tough opponents, Chen Hsiao Huan of Chinese Taipei and local hopeful Ai Ninna Tan, to secure her spot. Lyanny’s family, watching in the stands, couldn’t contain their joy at her achievement.

Riony Mainaky, also the High Performance Technical Director of the Indonesia Badminton Association (PBSI), expressed his pride and excitement for his niece’s success. He emphasized the challenges that lie ahead for Lyanny, particularly in facing Michelle Li, but also highlighted the learning opportunities that come with such challenges.

Lyanny’s journey hasn’t been easy, as she has been training mostly on her own, with guidance from her mother, Frily Mainaky-Karundeng. Despite the obstacles, Lyanny remains focused on her dream of competing in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Her family fully supports her aspirations and believes she has the potential to make it to the Indonesia national team.

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In Women’s Singles, another Indonesian player, Yulia Yosephin Susanto, has also advanced to the first round. She caused an upset by defeating the No.2 seeded qualifier, Sabrina Jaquet of Switzerland. Susanto’s impressive performance sets the stage for an exciting competition.

While there was disappointment for hometown player Derek Wong in the Men’s Singles qualification, there were still successes for Malaysian player Zulfadli Zulkiffli, as well as veteran Sony Dwi Kuncoro of Indonesia and Japan’s Kenta Nishimoto, who all secured spots in the main draw.

In doubles events, several pairs earned their places in the main draw, including Liao Kuan Hao/Lu Chia Pin of Chinese Taipei and Tai An Khang/Hong Kheng Yew of Malaysia in Men’s Doubles, and Hsin Tien Chang/Ling Fang Hu of Chinese Taipei and Tiara Rosalia Nuraidah/Rizki Amelia Pradipta of Indonesia in Women’s Doubles.

The Mixed Doubles qualifiers include Liu Yuchen/Tang Jinhua of China, Chang Ko-Chi/Chang Hsin Tien of Chinese Taipei, Pranaav Jerry Chopra/Nelakurihi Sikki Reddy of India, and Yoo Yeon Seong/Chang Ye Na of Korea. These talented pairs will be looking to make their mark in the tournament.

Overall, the OUE Singapore Open 2016 promises to be an exciting and highly competitive event, with both established players and emerging talents vying for glory. As spectators, we can expect thrilling matches and inspiring performances from these dedicated athletes.

FAQs

Q: Who is Lyanny Alessandra Mainaky?

A: Lyanny Alessandra Mainaky is a 19-year-old badminton player from Indonesia. She comes from a well-known badminton family, with her father being a coach and her uncle a renowned Olympic gold medalist.

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Q: Who will Lyanny Mainaky be facing in the OUE Singapore Open 2016?

A: Lyanny Mainaky will be playing against Michelle Li, the Commonwealth Games Women’s Singles champion from Canada, in the tournament.

Q: How has Lyanny Mainaky’s family supported her in her badminton career?

A: Lyanny Mainaky’s family has provided financial support and sacrificed a lot to help her pursue her badminton dreams. Her uncle, Rexy Mainaky, and her parents have been her biggest supporters.

Summary

The OUE Singapore Open 2016 is set to showcase the talents of badminton players from around the world. Lyanny Alessandra Mainaky, a young Indonesian player, has already made waves in the tournament, advancing to the main draw. Supported by her family, including her coach father and Olympic gold medalist uncle, Lyanny continues to strive for success in her badminton career. Other notable players, such as Yulia Yosephin Susanto, Zulfadli Zulkiffli, and Sony Dwi Kuncoro, have also secured spots in the main draw, promising an intense competition. With exciting matches expected in both singles and doubles events, the OUE Singapore Open 2016 is sure to captivate badminton enthusiasts from around the world. Don’t miss out on this thrilling display of skill and determination!