Korean Duo Seo Seung-jae and Kim Won-ho Reign Supreme in Badminton Doubles
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Seo Seung-jae and Kim Won-ho are rapidly establishing themselves as a dominant force in international badminton, showcasing a remarkable blend of concentration, tenacious defense, and blistering speed. Their recent performances have drawn high praise from Korea Badminton Association President Kim Dong-moon, who lauded their seemingly flawless play and unwavering focus.
This dynamic duo’s success extends beyond on-court victories. They benefit from prize money earned through competition results, supplemented by winning bonuses from both Samsung Life Insurance and Yonex, their primary sponsor. Their achievements also carry national significance, requiring only completion of basic military training and a mandatory service period, a common pathway for elite athletes in South Korea.
Kim Dong-moon highlighted the pair’s ability to overcome adversity, noting their capacity to rally from losing the first set or maintain composure during tight deuce matches. “currently, they are playing so well that they seem to have no flaws,” he stated. “The most important thing among them is concentration.So, they can come back from 2-1 after giving up the first set or play boldly and stably after a close deuce match. Nonetheless of whether they are in the front or back, both players are showing high-quality performances.”
The partnership’s strength lies in a extensive skillset – a “spider-web defense” coupled wiht relentless speed and an unyielding refusal to concede points.As penned by Kim Jong-seok, Deputy Director of Channel A Sports department, Seo Seung-jae and kim Won-ho are actively “writing a new history on a small world stage,” solidifying their position as a golden combination for Korean badminton.
