Hoki-Kobayashi looking for revival and ready to defend title


Tough times: Japan’s Takuro Hoki (front) and Yugo Kobayashi had struggled for consistency in 2022.

PETALING JAYA: Can Japan’s men’s doubles pair Takuro Hoki-Yugo Kobayashi rediscover their best form at the Malaysian Open from Jan 10-15 at the Axiata Arena and defend their title?

Hoki-Kobayashi, who became world champions in 2021 in Huelva, Spain, had struggled for consistency in 2022.

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