Huang Hsiao-wen Wins Silver at Asian Boxing Championships; Coach Confident for Nagoya Asian Games
Huang Hsiao-wen secured a silver medal in the 54kg final at the Asian Boxing Championships, losing to India's Preeti. Coach Liu Tsung-tai praised Huang's performance, noting the judges' initial impression was a factor. Liu emphasized the importance of the championships as preparation for the upcoming Asian Games, where the goal is to win a medal. Training camps in Japan, Korea, and Europe are planned to gain experience and keep strategies undisclosed.
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Huang Hsiao-wen competed in the 54kg final at the Asian Boxing Championships today against Indian boxer Preeti. The two had previously met in the semifinals of the World Boxing (WB) year-end tournament last year, where Huang was defeated.
In today's rematch, Huang Hsiao-wen fell behind 0-3 after the first two rounds. Despite a strong comeback attempt in the third round, she ultimately lost due to the judges' decision.
Coach Liu Tsung-tai, in an interview with CNA, stated that they had faced each other last year, but Huang had an injury and couldn't fight at full strength. Regarding today's match, Liu said, "I think Hsiao-wen performed well, but unfortunately, the judges' impression score in the first round was too significant."
Liu Tsung-tai mentioned that Huang is not a power boxer, "so we focus on scoring points. However, she was hit by a heavy punch in the first round, which heavily influenced the judges' impression. In the subsequent two rounds, our strategy of scoring points was very clear, and we successfully landed punches, but the judges just didn't favor it."
Liu Tsung-tai noted that with the Asian Games this year, all countries sent their top teams to the Asian Championships. "Regardless of winning or losing, it's a great learning experience. At least we know what areas we need to strengthen when we return. The main goal is still to win a medal at the Asian Games."
Liu Tsung-tai emphasized, "Next, we might go to Japan and Korea for training, as there are not many left-handed boxers domestically. We need foreign boxers to help us accumulate experience. We also plan to go to Europe for training in June and July, mainly to prevent opponents from seeing too much of our fighting style." (Edited by Li Heng-shan) 1150409
In today's rematch, Huang Hsiao-wen fell behind 0-3 after the first two rounds. Despite a strong comeback attempt in the third round, she ultimately lost due to the judges' decision.
Coach Liu Tsung-tai, in an interview with CNA, stated that they had faced each other last year, but Huang had an injury and couldn't fight at full strength. Regarding today's match, Liu said, "I think Hsiao-wen performed well, but unfortunately, the judges' impression score in the first round was too significant."
Liu Tsung-tai mentioned that Huang is not a power boxer, "so we focus on scoring points. However, she was hit by a heavy punch in the first round, which heavily influenced the judges' impression. In the subsequent two rounds, our strategy of scoring points was very clear, and we successfully landed punches, but the judges just didn't favor it."
Liu Tsung-tai noted that with the Asian Games this year, all countries sent their top teams to the Asian Championships. "Regardless of winning or losing, it's a great learning experience. At least we know what areas we need to strengthen when we return. The main goal is still to win a medal at the Asian Games."
Liu Tsung-tai emphasized, "Next, we might go to Japan and Korea for training, as there are not many left-handed boxers domestically. We need foreign boxers to help us accumulate experience. We also plan to go to Europe for training in June and July, mainly to prevent opponents from seeing too much of our fighting style." (Edited by Li Heng-shan) 1150409