Leong Jun Hao’s struggles continue as he crashed out in the first round of the Kumamoto Masters, falling to India’s H.S. Prannoy 21-16, 13-21, 21-23 in a tense three-game battle on Wednesday.
The world No. 22 has now suffered five consecutive first-round exits — in Korea, Denmark, France, Hylo, and now Kumamoto — raising concerns about his form and confidence.
Once seen as Malaysia’s most consistent men’s singles hope, Jun Hao seems stuck in a rut. Could the weight of being Malaysia’s top-ranked player be adding pressure — or is he simply out of rhythm?
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