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Momota wins Malaysia Masters

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Kuala Lumpur, January 12

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World No. 1 Kento Momota won the Malaysia Masters after easily defeating Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen 24-22, 21-11 today.

The victory in Malaysia lends credence to Momota’s drive to win the gold in July’s Tokyo Olympics.

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I do not think I am the strongest, but I am sharp

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Kento Momota

The reigning world champion told reporters that he eyes more success in 2020.

Momota currently the best player on the planet, won a record 11 titles last year.

Kento Momota celebrates after defeating Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen in the final. AFP 

“My condition was not perfect coming into this tournament, but I was focused on this week and was able to play calmly,” said the Japanese star, who pocketed $30,000. “I do not think I am the strongest, but I am sharp and confident especially after winning the World Tour Finals last year. I know when to focus on attack and defence.” Momota held a 13-1 win record against Axelsen coming into this showdown, but the Dane tried to close the gap by racing to a 7-1 lead in the opening game.

The second game was dominated by the 25-year-old Momota, who defended strongly against Axelsen’s aggressive attack.

He took 54-minutes to defeat Axelsen. Chen Yu Fei took home the women’s singles title when she ousted Taiwanese top seed Tai Tzu-Ying 21-17, 21-10. — PTI

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