Loh Kean Yew Overcomes Criticism to Reach India Open Semifinals

Singaporean badminton player Loh Kean Yew, the 2021 BWF World Champion, has regained form by focusing on personal progress despite external criticism from online commentators. After a title drought following his world championship win, he ended it with victories at the 2024 Madrid Spain Masters and 2025 Taipei Open. Loh emphasized mental growth and tuning out expectations, attributing support to his family and team. He recently advanced to the India Open semifinals, defeating world number two Kunlavut Vitidsarn.