YOUNGSTER Sony Dwi Kuncoro carried bags and racquets for his teammates in the Thomas Cup Finals two years ago in Guangzhou. Now, the 20-year-old Sony is carrying the hopes of all Indonesia – as their top ranked singles player.
Despite the drastic change in fortunes, Sony remains modest. But he certainly relishes the opportunity to be in action for the first time, especially in front of his passionate badminton fans.
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