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  • KIMIKO DATE & KRYSTYNA PLISKOVA CONFIRM PARTICIPATION AT BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN 2014

    KIMIKO DATE & KRYSTYNA PLISKOVA CONFIRM PARTICIPATION AT BMW MALAYSIAN OPEN 2014

    BMW Group Malaysia today announced the entry of Japan’s Kimiko Date-Krumm, a veteran on the WTA Tour, along with Czech Republic’s, Kristyna Pliskova who will compete at the BMW Malaysian Open that will take place at the Royal Selangor Golf Club (RSGC) from the 14th – 20th of April 2014.
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    The fully sanctioned tournament by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) will see 32 players and 16 teams compete for the singles and doubles title and a prize purse of USD 250,000. The tournament will also host a qualifier for 24 players leading into the Main Draw.

    “BMW Group Malaysia has been supporting the tournament for four years with the aim to raise the profile of tennis in Malaysia. We are now close to achieving our goal and believe that the BMW Malaysian Open 2014 will be nothing short of an excellent event. With players like Kimiko, and Kristyna joining stars like Venus Williams and Dominika Cibulkova, we know the tournament will display some intense and exciting matches” Dr. Gerhard Pils, President & CEO, BMW Group Malaysia said during the announcement of the player entries.

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    BMW also announced Alyssa Boey, a product of the BMW Malaysian National Circuit as the wildcard entry for the BMW Malaysian Open. An upcoming talent under the International Tennis Federation (ITF), Alyssa was handpicked by the Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia (LTAM) to represent the country as a wildcard in the qualifying round.

  • Aslina Chua interview with Tennis.my

    Aslina Chua interview with Tennis.my

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    Recently, Tennis.my had a chance to interview young & upcoming Malaysian tennis player, Aslina Chua, who just recently participated in the main draw of the BMW Malaysian Open 2013 WTA tournament at Royal Selangor Golf Club, Kuala Lumpur.

    TM: How do you feel, entering your first WTA event, the BMW Malaysian Open 2013 recently?
    Aslina: It’s been an incredible experience. Every tennis player dreams of playing in the professional circuit, and I got to live my dreams for a while at the BMW Malaysian Open.

    TM: What got you into tennis in the first place?
    Aslina: I got into tennis when I was 6, around the period when my parents got divorced. I think my father thought tennis was a good way to take my mind off the separation and signed me on to classes.

    TM: Are you still in school now? if yes, how is the schedule between your trainings & school studies?
    Aslina: I’m currently home schooled, and I try my best to study during the times I’m not on the tennis court!

    TM: In your early years prior to your first WTA match, how was your tennis development like? as in which tennis academy & coaches that you have been through .
    Aslina: It wasn’t until I reached KL for training purposes (which was last year) that I realised I would like to play professional tennis. From then on, we (me and my team of coaches) worked towards that goal. I have an endless list of coaches that I’ve trained under. I trained back in Kuching at the SLTA (Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association) courts until I was 9 before moving to the Middle East and training there. I now train with national coaches Deen Heshaam, Ashaari Zainal and Joel Macguire at the National Tennis Center in KL.

    TM: And throughout all those years in tennis, what, where & who you think made the most significant advancement in your game?
    Aslina: Every coach I’ve trained with played an important role in my development. But the decision I made to join the national team and move to KL proved to be the most significant in my advancement.

    TM: Do you plan to go professional in tennis & make a career out of it?
    Aslina: Yes, I plan to play professional tennis, and to hopefully make a comfortable career out of it.

    TM: Based on your level now, what can turn Aslina Chua into a future Grand Slam winner?
    Aslina: To be a Grand Slam Champion is never easy. I’ll take it one step at a time and first try to figure out how to be a competent professional player.

    TM: In Malaysia, tennis is a highly unpopular sport especially among women & most of them are not keen to get into it because they feel that tennis requires a lot of strength & tennis racquets are heavy. What can you say here, to get more women into tennis?
    Aslina: Tennis is actually a great way to workout, keep fit, and lose weight! Don’t mind the weight of the racket, you can always switch to lighter versions. It’s also a great way to socialize!

    TM: What racquet are you using and since a lot of asians are shorter than western players, do you use a longer customized racquet for better reach?
    Aslina: I use a Wilson Blade 98. Well, most rackets come in standard lengths, and there is no issue reach in accordance to height.

    TM: Thank you very much for this interview & wish you all the best in your future undertakings, Aslina. Any shout-outs for your fans & supporters?
    Aslina: To the fans, thank you for all the support. My WTA experience wouldn’t have been complete without you. I extend my gratitude to my most enthusiastic supporters- My family and team. Without you guys, nothing is possible.

  • Nadal’s string & tension

    Nadal’s string & tension

    Hi guys, check out Rafa’s string & tension below. Captured from the stringer at Australian Open, so go ahead & get an Aero pro drive, RPM blast 15 gauge string & string at 56 lbs…. vollaaaaa… u will turn into him!

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  • Top seed Caroline Wozniacki bowed out of BMW Malaysian Open 2013

    Top seed Caroline Wozniacki bowed out of BMW Malaysian Open 2013

    Top seed Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark bowed out of the BMW Malaysian Open 2013 when she lost to China’s Qiang Wang in the first round

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    Kuala Lumpur – February 27, 2013 – Top seed and world No. 10 Caroline Wozniacki was sensationally knocked out of the first round of the BMW Malaysian Open 2013 this evening when she went down to China’s Qiang Wang in three sets at The Royal Selangor Golf Club.

    Wang’s movement around the court was brisk and intelligent, and grew in confidence as the match wore on. Commenting on her first win over a world top-10 player, Wang said she suspected that Woznacki was either fatigued or injured, and just took it from there. In reference to how she approached the match, the Shenzhen-based Wang said she came out just to “play my game”.

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    The shy lass started playing tennis at age nine. That year, she was chosen as the Tianjing National Tennis Center player promotion course. For two years consecutively (2006–07), she won the junior’s tennis championship in China. She officially started touring the ITF in Japan as of 2007.

    With a solitary career win at an ITF event in Beijing last August, Wang added that this victory would give her a lift going forward, but added that she would still “take it one game at a time”.

    The 21-year-old qualifier capitalized on what Wozniacki said in a statement was “heat illness” to triumph 2-6, 7-6, 6-1 in the $235,000 WTA International event. The Danish star, who comfortably won the first set, battled through the second before losing the tie-break and then succumbed in the third without much of a fight.

    Wozniacki, meanwhile, said: “I tried my best but I didn’t have much energy.” In reference to the trainer and doctor coming on court to treat her during the match, she said that “there wasn’t much they could do” in the circumstances.

    She added: “For the fans, I am sorry to lose, but that’s how it is sometimes. But I’ll be looking to come back here again.”

    The BMW Malaysian Open is currently taking place until the 3rd of March at the prestigious Royal Selangor Golf Club (RSGC) to 3rd March 2013. For information on ticketing and discount information, please visit www.ticketpro.com.my. Visit http://www.bmwmalaysianopen.com and follow us on the BMW Malaysian Open Facebook.

  • Malaysia’s Aslina Chua Awarded Spot In Singles Main Draw of The BMW Malaysian Open 2013

    Malaysia’s Aslina Chua Awarded Spot In Singles Main Draw of The BMW Malaysian Open 2013

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    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 23rd February 2013 – Aslina Chua’s determination and hard work see her being rewarded with a place in the singles main draw of the BMW Malaysian Open 2013.

    Predominantly a double-handed backhand player, the 17-year-old won the Women’s Singles Champion title at the BMW Malaysian National Circuit Masters last December, among other distinguished achievements. The BMW Malaysian Open is being held for the first time, at the Royal Selangor Golf Club from the 25th of February to the 3rd of March 2013.

    Aslina, also a winner in women’s doubles will be looking forward to the challenge of playing alongside some of the world’s best tennis players, including Denmark’s former World No.1, Caroline Wozniacki and Japan’s top player, Ayumi Morita.

    A talented right-handed player who is touted as one of Malaysia’s best prospects, Aslina will gain invaluable experience from just being in the main draw and it is the capable foresight of the Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia and the sponsors BMW Malaysia that has given her the opportunity to sidestep the qualifiers.

    BMW’s commitment to sports excellence is well chronicled the world over and their continued involvement in this WTA event in Malaysia is important as it is equally vital to the growth of the game here.

    YBhg Tan Sri Datuk Abdul Razak Latiff, President of the Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia (LTAM), acknowledged BMW’s contribution to the sport when he said “BMW Group Malaysia has been dedicated in nurturing the development of future tennis players in Malaysia and has made a huge contribution to the growth of the sport in Malaysia.  Tennis is an elite sport and it involves significant financial contributions.

    “We are indeed thankful to have the support of  BMW, who understand the importance of elevating the status of the local sports arena,” he added

    The draw for the BMW Malaysian Open 2013 is scheduled for Saturday, 23rd of February,  while the qualifiers are set to take place on Sunday and Monday, with the tournament proper due to start on Tuesday and run through Sunday, 3rd March.

    The BMW Malaysian Open taking place for the first time at the Royal Selangor Golf Club (RSGC) from 25th February to 3rd March 2013. The tournament is promoted and organized by LTAM and Carbon Worldwide Sdn Bhd with BMW as the title sponsor and sanctioned by the Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia (LTAM).

    For information on ticketing and discount information, please visit www.ticketpro.com.my. Visit http://www.bmwmalaysianopen.com and follow us on the BMW Malaysian Open Facebook page for the latest updates and special promotions.

  • Tennis.my interview with Hsieh Su-Wei

    Tennis.my interview with Hsieh Su-Wei

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    Two days back, Tennis.my had the chance of having a short interview with 2012 BMW Malaysian Open Champion, Hsieh Su-Wei from Taiwan and Su-Wei has confirmed her participation in the upcoming BMW Malaysian Open 2013 in Royal Selangor Golf Club from 25th feb – 3rd March 2013. Read the interview below:

    TM: First of all congratulations on reaching the mixed doubles quarterfinals at the 2013 Australian Open. I’ve seen you outlasting your opponents on hot & tough weather conditions, especially in sunny malaysia & also in Guangzhou last year, whats your secret in maintaining fitness & stamina in such conditions?
    A: Thank you! My secret? I think it’s because I’m Asian & I’m used to weather in this region

    TM: In Malaysia, tennis is a highly unpopular sport especially among women & most of them are not keen to get into it because they feel that the tennis requires a lot of strength & the racquets are heavy. What can you say here, to get more women into tennis?
    A: Try to use two hands because when I was younger I find it tough as well but I adopted the two hander & its fine

    TM: Since you are using both hands on both sides, do you use a longer customized racquet for better reach?
    A: Yes i use a longer racquet

    TM: I see that you in the quarterfinal round in Australia Open mixed doubles now, tell me how it is like to be on the receiving end of the serve from Men who serves like over 190km/h on tour?
    A: Its actually very interesting to play mix doubles & very fun as well

    TM: Your game play is a bit like agnieszka radwanska & it is enjoyable to watch. Do you try to play your game according to some of your favourite players & which players do you like currently on tour both men & women?
    A: I dont copy any players & I play my own game. I like Steffi Graff

    TM: Can you tell us about your outfit sponsor now? How is it compared to 361?
    A: I’m without a outfit sponsor now & I’m not with 361 one anymore since last year’s Malaysia Open

    TM: Thank you very much for the interview & wish u all the best on your double’s quarterfinal at AO & also for next month title defence at BMW Malaysia Open!
    A: Thank you very much!

  • Misaki Doi & Srixon

    Misaki Doi & Srixon

    During the recent Wimbledon 2011 Grand Slam, most of you tennis fans here have seen Misaki Doi powering into the third round. It was certainly her greatest achivement so far on tour. At 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighing at 52kg, she’s a pocketful of dynamite. ‘Explosive’ is what I would call her game, powering into shots with her entire body, off the ground all the time on her serve & superb forehand, she is definitely the player to watch if you’re into modern attacking footwork.

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    With an agressive attitude like Li Na and an all court attacking game like Federer, I will foresee a lot of her opponents getting bombed by her power game in the near future. Check out the youtube video on top to sample her fierce explosive game against a grand slam double’s champion, Zheng Jie at Wimbledon. Eventually she fell to a semifinalist, the ever smiling Sabine Lisicki, during the tournament.

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    Misaki’s weapon of choice is a rare one, a Srixon Revo X 2.0, something that you will not see in these shores. Catering for the japanese market, Srixon racquets are developed by Dunlop & they are better known as a golf brand. You can check out their range of the gears at their website: www.srixon-tennis.com. Below are some of Miss Doi’s picture gathered from all around the internet… enjoy!

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