Different court but same drive for Hock Kin’s son Leroy


Running in the family: Leroy (right) with his father, Yong Hock Kin.

PETALING JAYA: National tennis player Leroy Yong is carving his own path on court and, despite the challenges, is determined to get back on track this year.

The 22-year-old, who chose a different sport from his father Yong Hock Kin’s badminton legacy, has set his sights on competing more in China this season.

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