November 9, 2026 — Multiple Team Kumpoo athletes competed at the recently concluded Korea Open 2026. Among them, Australian doubles player Nozomi Shimizu advanced to the Round of 16 in women’s doubles, while Cheam June Wei and Kantaphon Wangcharoen took to the court and produced solid performances in men’s singles.

In women’s doubles, Shimizu and her partner made a strong start, demonstrating excellent coordination and smooth transitions between attack and defense to secure a comfortable 2-0 victory in the opening round. In the second round, they faced the tournament’s second-seeded pair. Undeterred by the challenge, Shimizu and her partner fought hard, pushing the contest all the way to a deciding game. Although they eventually bowed out after three closely contested games, their resilience under pressure and tactical execution were commendable.Shimizu also featured in mixed doubles at this event.

In men’s singles, Team Kumpoo athletes Cheam June Wei and Kantaphon Wangcharoen also competed in the tournament. Facing opponents with diverse playing styles in a highly competitive draw, both players had the opportunity to hone their technical details, maintain solid form, and prepare fully for the demanding stretch of fixtures ahead.

As an important stop on the BWF World Tour, the Korea Open brought together a highly competitive field. From Shimizu’s three-game battle against the second seeds to the men’s singles players’ efforts to sharpen their game through competition, Team Kumpoo athletes continued to demonstrate the spirit of “Take the Challenge.”