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Hong Kong begin Asian junior title defence
Hong Kong begin their title defence against Malaysia at the Asian junior championships in Bangkok today.
Hong Kong begin their title defence against Malaysia at the Asian junior championships in Bangkok today.
The 24-strong under-20 players, who left yesterday, are confident of retaining the title, but they know it will not be easy.
Japan, the Asian powerhouses, are likely to present a formidable challenge in the latter stages of the eight-team tournament.
Head coach Joe Shaw said: 'We won it last year; it proves we can make it. But it will be a tough tournament; as long as the team ... show strong determination, I'm sure we can repeat [the success].'
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