Malaysian Badminton Duo Reflects on Growth Post-Olympics

Malaysia’s world No. 5 women’s doubles badminton pair, Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan, opened up about their transformative journey after the Paris Olympics, sharing candid insights on overcoming pressure and embracing new perspectives.

The duo, who clinched a fourth-place finish after tough losses to China’s Chen Qingchen/Jia Yifan and Japan’s Nami Matsuyama/Chiharu Shida, revealed how the Games reshaped their approach to competition.

"We enjoy ourselves more on the court now," Tan told CGTN Sports Scene. "In Paris, we carried heavy expectations—but losing taught us to cherish every moment." The pair praised their Chinese rivals, including rising stars Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning, calling them "strong players with mature techniques and big hearts."

While medals eluded them, the athletes emphasized newfound resilience: "We did our best, and that’s a win on its own." Their story? A masterclass in turning setbacks into strength.

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Malaysia's badminton pair Tan, Muralitharan on changes after Olympics

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