Xiong Guobao gives Chong Wei strategy to overcome Lin Dan in London Olympics
The Chinese badminton legend Xiong Guobao gave Lee Chong Wei a strategy to overcome his archrival Lin Dan in mega London Olympics, starting from July 27, 2012.
He believes that Lin Dan is undoubtedly greatest Men’s singles shuttler of all time and Chong Wei will have to stretch himself to full if he wants to beat the defending Olympic Champion "super" Dan of China.
Guobao, who was the "Ironman" of his times back in 80s, is hoping to see two maestros of present era in the Olympics’ title match and advised Chong Wei to focus on his skills and techniques rather than physical strength.
He said, "If he pushes too hard in training or over trains, he may suffer injuries and this will reduce his chances of beating Lin Dan. Chong Wei should emphasise on polishing his skills and techniques and also has better strategies if he wants to be successful
in London."
The Chinese ace Xiong Guobao is in Malaysia nowadays and while talking at the Michael's Badminton Academy (MBA) near Kuala Lumpur he offered this expert opinion to World Number one Malaysian shuttler Lee Chong Wei.
Guobao, who was nicknamed the "Backhand King" due to his expertise in that skill, gave his vote of confidence to reigning World Champion Lin Dan by declaring him physically and technically superior but he believes Chong Wei can spoil the party if he trains
properly.
He said, "Despite Lin Dan's superiority, form on match day will decide the winner and Chong Wei have to be prepared for that."
Both badminton aces are expected to be the finalists in the mega event and the Malaysian shuttler Chong Wei will be looking for an avenging victory as he knelt down against the World Number two Lin Dan in title match of Beijing Olympics 2008. The badminton
circles are eagerly waiting for this historic clash of the titans.
In last Olympics in Beijing, China bagged three crowns in the Men’s singles, Women’s singles and Women’s doubles events. Guobao feels they will be able to repeat the history in London Olympics also as Lin Dan, Yu Yang- Wang Xiaoli and top three Women’s singles
shuttler of the world will be representing the country.
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