The final legends event in 2015, kicked off in the morning of Tuesday 15th December with the media Talk Show. The Talk Show was opened by Ben Yoneyama, Chairman of YONEX, followed by speeches from the Deputy President of the Badminton Association of Malaysia and the Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin about the success of The Legends’ Vision and the positive impact it is having on the sport of badminton globally. The three legends present, Lee Chong Wei, Peter Gade and Taufik Hidayat, answered series of insightful questions around the future plans of The Legends Vision in conjunction with YONEX.
The main exhibition event began at 3pm, hosted at the Stadium Badminton, where the legends showcased their mesmerizing talent and skill in a series of matches and demonstrations. The court was the scene of some thrilling matches between the legends together and fellow stars of the game such as renowned players Rexy and Cheah Soon Kit.
Lee Chong Wei, Taufik Hidayat and Peter took the floor with local children from the badminton schools as well as the winners from the social media competitions which ran through December in the lead up to the prestigious event. The legends conducted a masterclass in trick shots, each displaying the signature shots that they are so famous for. The crowd were amazed to see Taufik’s renowned backhand smash, Chong Wei’s awesome forehand net lift and Peter Gade’s impressive deceptive shots.
Through today’s event in Kuala Lumpur and The Legends’ Vision world tour this year, the legends together with YONEX are raising the level of the game of badminton commercially. As part of the Malaysia event, live streaming was available through the yonex.com website. Offering all the chance to be in the presence of greatness and join YONEX for a once in a lifetime event. Whether through supporting local badminton clubs, giving back to the sport or being a positive role model to the next generation of rising stars, the legends are keen to move the sport forward on many fronts in the next few years.
Through The Legends Vision, YONEX strives to further enrich the world through sport, providing happier and healthier lifestyles in today’s aspiring badminton stars.
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