Tennis Men’s Doubles: Kwon Soon-woo and Hong Seong-chan Secure Bronze at Asian Games
In an impressive display of skill and teamwork, Kwon Soon-woo and Hong Seong-chan secured the bronze medals in the men’s doubles event at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games. The pair advanced to the semi-finals after defeating Japan’s Shinji Hazawa and Kaitozo Uesugi in a thrilling quarter-final match held at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Complex in Zhejiang, China.
Following a controversial incident in which Kwon Soon-woo broke his racket and refused to shake hands with his Thai opponent after a singles match, the player took the opportunity to publicly apologize for his behavior. Recognizing his immaturity and unnecessary actions, Kwon expressed remorse in an interview after the men’s doubles quarter-final, stating, “I would like to apologize to the people of Thailand and to those who may have been greatly disappointed.”
Prior to the doubles event, Kwon Soon-woo faced an unexpected loss to Thailand’s Kasidit Samrez in the second round of the singles, causing frustration that led to his unsportsmanlike behavior. However, demonstrating maturity and respect for his sport, Kwon visited Samrez the following day to personally apologize and bow to his fans.
Reflecting on his actions, Kwon issued a handwritten apology in which he acknowledged the gravity of his careless actions and sincerely expressed remorse to Samrez for his rude behavior. The Korean team has assured that appropriate action will be taken following a comprehensive review of the incident.
The Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games have showcased the incredible talent and sportsmanship of athletes from all over Asia. As the tournament progresses, spectators can anticipate further displays of skill, determination, and unity.
Money Today Reporter Park Hyo-joo | 2023.09.27 21:44
The pair of Kwon Soon-woo (left) and Hong Seong-chan confirmed their progress to the semi-finals by defeating Japan’s Shinji Hazawa and Kaitozo Uesugi in the men’s quarter-finals at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games held at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Complex in Zhejiang, China, on the 27th. /Photo = Newsis (provided by the University Tennis Association) Tennis men’s doubles Kwon Soon-woo (Dangjin City Hall) and Hong Seong-chan (Sejong City Hall) secured bronze medals. Kwon Soon-woo (Dangjin City Hall), who was the subject of a bad manners controversy for breaking his racket and refusing to shake the hand of his opponent, a Thai player, after losing in a tennis match at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games, apologized again.
On the 27th, Kwon Soon-woo defeated Hong Seong-chan (Sejong City Hall) and Japan’s Shinji Hazawa and Kaito Uesugi 2-0 (6-2 6-4) in the men’s tennis quarter-finals at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games and held. at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center in Zhejiang, China.
There will be no third place match in this tournament. Those who progressed to the semi-finals won at least a bronze medal.
Kwon Soon-woo, who secured the bronze medal, apologized in an interview after the match, saying, “I was immature and behaved unnecessarily after the second round of the singles match,” and added, “I would like to apologize to the people. of Thailand and to the people of Thailand who must have been very disappointed.”
Before that, Kwon Soon-woo lost 1-2 (3-6 7-5 4-6) to Thailand’s Kasidit Samrez (636th place, Thailand) in the second round of the singles on the 25th. Kwon Soon-woo, who suffered a shock loss to Samrez, a much lower ranked player in the world, expressed his anger by slamming his racket on the court floor. Also, ignoring Samrez’s handshake, he packed his bags and left the court.
His unsportsmanlike conduct was criticized, and he eventually visited Samrez the next day, on the 26th, to apologize in person and bow to his fans.
Afterwards, Kwon Soon-woo issued a handwritten apology and reflected on his actions, saying, “As a national team player, I did something careless that I shouldn’t have done,” and “I sincerely apologize to Samrez, he must have been offended. by my rude behaviour.”
The Korean team said, “We will take appropriate action after a comprehensive review after the tournament.”
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