Professionals
The little brother of all Korea badminton fans:Lee Yong Dae (3)
2012 ALL ENGLAND OPEN WINNER : Lee Yong Dae
Q.
What do you like most about being a professional sportsman?
A：
Being a sportsman is my job. I also know that sport should be a happy thing so I try to enjoy it, however, I am under pressure and feel nervous when I am in a tournament.
I sometimes win and sometimes lose but, no matter what, I try to enjoy it all because this is the way I can play better.
When I am older I will probably remember my travels all over the world fondly. At present my trips always have a tight schedule and I stay in one place for only a few days.
It would be better if I could stay longer when I visit France or Taiwan for example, have a wander around and eat some good local food.
Q.
You were born and lived in Hwasun County until your adolescence. Tell us about it. What do you miss most about Hwasun?
A：
Hwasun is quite rural, it’s quiet and the air is good, and everyone knows everyone, there’s a lot of warmth.
I really miss its tranquility because Seoul is really noisy and the air isn’t too good, so it’s hard to feel comfortable.
Although Hwasun is a small place the locals are very willing to invest and have built a Long Dae Memorial Hall and Long Dae Sports Stadium, for which I am very grateful.
Hwasun is famous as a sports training base and anyone who knows sport in Korea has heard of it.
Q.
Do you watch Korean TV dramas?Which male and female stars do you like?
A：
I download some dramas before going overseas to play. I think the male and female actors in these dramas are all good looking but don’’t have any particular favorites.
Q.
In an interview you once said Yoona of Girls’ Generation is your type. What do you like about her?
A：
She is beautiful when she smiles and is tall.
Q.
Do you have a girlfriend at present?
A：
No.
2012 GERMAN OPEN RUNNER-UP : Lee Yong Dae
Q.
What in your opinion are the strongpoints and weak points of your personality ? Do they affect you on the court?
A：
I think I am very introverted and reserved and find it hard to get close to people.This is a weakness!
When I play I have to be aggressive and this makes people think I am quite extrovert. In the last few years of playing my personality has become a bit more cheerful.
Q.
Which of your features are you most satisfied and least satisfied with?
A：
I like my eyes the most;everyone says “eyes with single eyelids are attractive”.
I am basically satisfied with my features (laughs) but if I am forced to pick one that I’m not satisfied with it would have to be my nose.
( Edit by VICTOR Badminton )
