Badminton Revival - Malaysia

This blog was sparked into motion by the remarkable achievements of Malaysian badminton heroes Koo Kien Keat -Tan Boon Heong wining the prestigious All-England title 2007 and also the Swiss Open 2007 crown. These titles took their tally to 4 in just 6 international tournaments together since they forged the partnership last October 2006. They were also the champs in the Asian Games, Doha last December and Malaysian Open 2006.

Arriving home to a heroes' welcome Tuesday 20 March 2007, both Koo KK and Tan BH were pleasantly surprised to see the big turnout at the airport.

“If this is the treatment that I will get for winning titles, I will be out
to win more. This is really heart-warming. I just want to say a big thank you to
all our supporters,” said Kien Keat.

“I will keep my promise and go bald within the week.” Kien Keat added.

Congratulations to Koo KK, Tan BH and their coach, Rexy Mainaky for the impresive success! Thank you for putting Malaysian badminton back on the map,... here's looking out for more "shines" from this awesome pair!

Koon and Tan with their family at the arrival hall of KLIA. - 21 March, 2007

Members of public mob the players upon arrival at KLIA. - 21 March, 2007

Koon and Tan with Malaysia's Youth and Sports Minister, Datuk Azalina
Othman Said on arrival at KLIA. - 21 March, 2007

Dance of joy: Koo Kien Keat performs a jig after seeing his tap tumble over the net to set up match point as China’s Cai Yun goes sprawling in the All England Mens Doubles Finals 2007. – Reuters