Singaporean badminton player Loh Kean Yew bagged his second consecutive SEA Games silver medal yesterday (22 May).
He had lost in the finals to Kunlavut Vitidsarn of Thailand.
Loh had initially took a lead of 10-6 in the first match, but eventually lost to his Thai counterpart 13-21, 13-21.
Kunlavut made it to the finals after beating Singapore’s Jason Teh in the Semi Finals 21-11, 21-12, before this match against Loh.
Speaking to the media, Loh said that he was “definitely tired”, but added that his opponent was also tired and it’s “about how you manage it, and he managed it better than me”.
Loh also added that he feels he could’ve played better and that he will try to improve and get better.
Here is what he said on Instagram
“31st SEA Games
I wish today’s SEA Games medal was of a different colour but Kunlavut played a solid match today and truly deserves the gold. Congratulations to @kunlavut.v and Thailand!
Going home with a medal in the team event too. Grateful for the chance to compete with my teammates, you guys are the best!
I can’t thank those who supported us on our journey enough. To our supporters who tuned in to watch, read our stories, sent well wishes, cheered for us in Singapore or wherever else you may be – Thank You
Sending thanks to my fellow team mates for cheering me non-stop everytime I’m on the court too!
Cảm ơn to everyone in Bắc Giang and Hanoi for your hospitality and cheering us on!
This is my 4th SEA Games and definitely not my last. See you next year, Cambodia.”
Image source: @lohkeanyew on IG and @kunlavut.v on IG