Lin Youmao, an old naughty boy who is 102 years old. (Provided by National Badminton Development Association)
[Reporter Wu Mengru/Comprehensive Report]The 52nd Morning Cup and Ng Man Tat Memorial Cup Badminton Championships attracted many badminton enthusiasts to participate. The competition groups are diverse, from old to young, from entertainment to professional. As long as you love badminton, you will definitely find one. The most suitable group for you, even the 102-year-old “old naughty boy” Lin Youmao can participate in the grandparent and grandson group and experience the fun of badminton.
“I have participated in the 40th session from the 12th to now, and I have won gold medals every year!” Lin Youmao said as he picked up the 85-year-old father-son team gold medal hanging on his chest. He said, “Participate in the Morning Cup. I already have feelings. Let me tell you, the Morning Cup is different from other competitions. It has father-child groups, couples groups, etc., and the whole family can participate together. It is really meaningful for Mr. Ng Man Tat to establish this event.”
Although Lin Youmao is 102 years old, he is still radiant and has a loud voice. He still maintains the habit of playing badminton three days a week and two hours a day. He also revealed the secret to longevity. He said: “Exercise more , sing more, dance ballroom dance, say more nice things, have good intentions, and take advantage when you suffer!” He also jokingly added: “And look at more beautiful women.”
Wu Cai Xiuzhen, one of the founders of the Morning Cup, is 95 years old. “My health is very important!” Her main exercise habit now is to go for a walk in the park near her home, and occasionally practice Qigong, but every year she will definitely attend the Morning Cup. , picked up the racket and participated in the competition. This year, she partnered with her great-grandson Chen Ziyi to participate in the grandparent-grandson group. She laughed and said, “Ziyi is also a national player. He is very serious and powerful. Of course he must win the competition!”
Wu Cai Xiuzhen, one of the founders of the Morning Cup, and her great-grandson Chen Zi also competed together. (Provided by National Badminton Development Association)
The Morning Cup has grown from more than 100 people in the first session to more than 4,700 people now. Wu Cai Xiuzhen is very touched. She recalled that she and her husband Wu Wenda were looking for friends to play with each other. From not knowing how to play to coaching, the number of golfers became more and more. More and more, she even went to Japan and South Korea to promote the Morning Cup and the concept of national sports, all the way to the grand event it is today. She said: “Badminton means you are happy whether you win or lose. You can hit beautiful shots with your own ability. Really I’m very happy and have a sense of accomplishment.”
Chen Ziyi, who had just achieved his best time in the top eight of the Super 300 in Spain, returned to Taiwan at 6 o’clock this morning and immediately went to compete in the Morning Cup. Although the jet lag and long flight made him drowsy, he still participated in the annual competition. The Morning Cup is the most important part of his schedule. This year he is also partnered with “Azu” Wu Cai Xiuzhen. He smiled and said: “Thanks to Azu for carrying me.”
It is precisely because of the diversified groupings of the Morning Cup that there are so many touching stories. Wu Yilun, chairman of the National Badminton Association of the Republic of China, emphasized that the Morning Cup hopes to promote badminton and hopes that more people can participate in badminton together and make the world a better place. Better health.
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2024-03-31 14:43:00
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