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'I trusted the me who trained': An Se-young claims perfect World Championship title
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'I trusted the me who trained': An Se-young claims perfect World Championship title

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Interview Named sources Outcome reported
  • An Se-young secured a perfect victory at the World Championships, defeating all her rivals 2-0.
  • She attributed her success to trusting her training and playing confidently.
  • Despite not being fully recovered from an injury, she used the competition to improve her condition and match fitness.

An Se-young has reclaimed the world championship title with an overwhelming performance, defeating every opponent 2-0. The 24-year-old from Samsung Life credited her unwavering belief in her training and her confident approach on the court as the keys to her dominant victory.

"It is most important to trust the me who trained and play confidently in the game," An stated, highlighting the mental fortitude required to perform at such a high level. This mindset allowed her to overcome challenges and secure a flawless run through the tournament.

Despite competing while not fully recovered from an injury, An Se-young used the championship matches as an opportunity to enhance her physical condition and match readiness. Facing world-class opponents, she progressively improved her game, building momentum throughout the competition.

Her perfect record in the tournament underscores her resilience and determination. An's ability to perform at her peak, even while managing a physical setback, demonstrates her exceptional skill and mental strength in the demanding world of professional badminton.

It is most important to trust the me who trained and play confidently in the game.

โ€” An Se-youngAn Se-young explained her philosophy for success after winning the World Championships.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.