
Shocking Exit for Leong Jun Hao at Japan Open!
2025-07-15
Author: Wei
In a stunning turn of events, Malaysian badminton star Leong Jun Hao faced an early exit from the prestigious Japan Open, leaving fans in disbelief.
Competing against the formidable Frenchman Alex Lanier, the world No. 24 struggled to find his footing on the court. Lanier, ranked No. 8 globally and the defending champion, proved to be an insurmountable challenge for Jun Hao. The match, which took place at the iconic Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, ended in straight sets: 12-21, 14-21.
This early defeat marks a disappointing moment for Jun Hao, who stood as Malaysia's lone representative in the men's singles category. As expectations were high, fans are eager to see how he will rebound from this setback in future tournaments.