Congratulatory Message for 'The 2008 YONEX Korea Open Badminton Super Series'

I would like to express my sincere welcome to all the players and all the other honored guests that came to attend 'The 2008 YONEX Korea Open Badminton Super Series' to represent their countries. On behalf of organization committee and Korean people who love Badminton,
I appreciate you all from the bottom of my heart.

The tournament, which celebrates its 17th anniversary this year, has been growing and became a festival of world's people who love badminton, where talented players are competing with their top skills for attaining fame and strengthening their friendship with each other.

I expect many exciting games to be presented to the viewers than ever before, as players' eagerness keeps on growing to win the opportunity to compete at the 29th Beijing Olympic by winning this tournament.

Dear Players! We, the organization committee, will do our best in managing the procedures of the tournament smoothly and serve you the best for not making your efforts all in vain.
Please, perform your much refined skills at the court to the best of your ability, most satisfactorily, without any injury and frustration.

Dear players! We have ourselves a brighter future and growing tomorrow. So, please don’t mind whatever result you get today, but rather, take time to better yourself in terms of new skills and information to strengthening your competency. Also I wish everyone here to make some unforgettable moments and beautiful memories by having a good time.

Last but not least, I want to thank everyone contributed their devotional efforts in regards to the Korea Open that has been serving as the cornerstone that brought up badminton to be the most beloved sport by providing happiness to the Korean.

January 22, 2008
President Young Joong Kang
World Badminton Federation
Badminton Korea Association