TAOYUAN (TVBS News) — Olympic men's doubles badminton gold medalist Lee Yang (李洋) said on Wednesday (Aug. 7) that he hopes to run for president of the Chinese Taipei Badminton Association (CTBA, 中華台北羽球協會) to help more aspiring players.
Lee and his doubles partner Wang Chi-lin (王齊麟) returned to Taiwan after defending their title in men's doubles badminton at the Olympics. The duo defeated their Chinese counterparts, making history for Taiwan in the sport.
They expressed gratitude to their coach, the national support for the badminton team, and the fans. Both athletes plan to rest before announcing further plans.
Wang shared his ambitions, stating his desire for a third Olympic medal and his intention to strive for it in four years. He emphasized that his partnership with Lee is far from over, describing their relationship on the court as one of mutual support and shared struggles. "It's very touching to have him around.", Wang said, expressing his deep appreciation for Lee's presence.
Lee said he felt honored to bring back the gold medal and revealed plans to teach at the National Taiwan Sport University (NTSU, 國立體育大學). Lee also expressed his hopes for Wang's future success after his retirement. He intends to promote badminton in Taiwan, aiming to elevate the sport's status in the country.
This triumphant return underscores their dedication and the promising future of badminton in Taiwan. Fans eagerly await their next moves, both on and off the court.
