Source: REUTERS/MATTHEW CHILDS
[Saba Sports News] The world of badminton has recently been filled
with engagements and weddings, with a string of joyous occasions taking place
in just a few days. On Christmas Day, Singaporean badminton player Loh Kean Yew
announced the wonderful news of his successful marriage proposal to his
girlfriend through social media, drawing significant attention from netizens.
From the revealed photos, it can be seen that Loh Kean Yew knelt down and
proposed to his girlfriend, wearing a beaming smile on his face. The
26-year-old Loh Kean Yew stands at 1.75 meters tall. Originally from Malaysia,
he achieved the Malaysian under-12 national badminton championship. In 2010,
Loh Kean Yew was recruited to study and train in Singapore. He obtained
Singaporean citizenship at the age of 18 and began participating in
international competitions. Loh Kean Yew first gained recognition among fans in
2019 when he defeated two-time Olympic gold medalist Lin Dan in the men’s singles
final of the Thailand Badminton Masters, securing the championship title. With
his handsome looks, Loh Kean Yew swiftly became a rising star among male
badminton players, gaining immense popularity. Currently, Loh Kean Yew holds
the 10th position in the world rankings for men’s singles. If he can maintain
his good form, he is expected to secure a spot in the Paris Olympics.