Pros vs. Future Pros

[@BadmintonInsight]

This was definitely one of our favourite videos we’ve ever filmed! Michelle and Sophia were so much fun, and we can’t wait to follow their progress ☺🏸 PS who wants to see a re-match in the future? 👀

[@iodoethane]

Yes to a future rematch!

[@inuaxzm]

definitely yes to a rematch! was so fun to watch them have fun playing and so well!

[@CoachTabish]

When are you coming india?? I want to meet you for autograph 😁😁

[@JubayerHossin-cr8lo]

ofc a re-match

[@ramakannan7566]

I want for sure

[@YungUllrich]

I'm 25 and I've been playing badminton for more than 10 years now. And thanks to Michelle and Sophia, I've learned today that I'd absolutely get smacked off the court by 8 and 10 year old girls. For me it is absolutely impressive how high and long their clears are despite being so young and short. Amazing technique!

[@PaulFilmer]

Don't be too hard on yourself - they've probably already played 4x the badminton you have.

[@oceantsai9259]

10 years thats a long tim, i've train for 2 years and like about the same level as them(im a boy, i think i can't beat them if im a girl)

[@GTChow]

​@@oceantsai9259 as a guy who has been playing for more than 20 years and have won several local tournaments, even I have doubts about beating these girls, especially the older one. It might not look threatening here (due to their cute child physiques), but if you're on the court it feels very different. Remember that they were playing against national players here and were giving them a pretty good fight. I've played against a 12-year old national champion here in Malaysia, and she reminds me of these kids, in fact these two girls look stronger and more consistent. Not to burst your bubble but even if you're a boy and have trained for an extra two years, I wouldn't be so quick to say that you're at the same level as them. It's not even close

[@sickothem5869]

⁠@@oceantsai92592 years only? Nah you gonna get destroyed.

[@whitebwoi]

less playing more training = better than 8 year olds brother

[@adhitchandygeorge1287]

this is just sooo wholesome. I was watching the whole video with a big smile on my face. Greg and Jenny, thanks for making my day! So much positivity and love.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Ah so glad you enjoyed it 😃🏸

[@APhu-z5y]

Hi

[@luongminh8274]

"To an untrained eye this might not look like much" - Me with my untrained eye and my jaw already dropped on the floor

[@BadmintonInsight]

🤣🤣

[@stevemawer848]

@@BadmintonInsight My trained eye wants to be able to do backhands like that! And I'd love to be as quick around the court as they are, but those days are well behind me now, alas.

[@bubbleteaichooseyou]

90% of my back hand does not go over the net so this is definitely a goal for me. And yeah... unbelievable to an untrained eye

[@Theonepieceisreal-xe1ps]

Hey Greg and Jenny you guys should definitely go to winzone badminton center it's in the Philippines there's a lot of professional players there. Highly recommend

[@AndrewWoodward-y5w]

I am the beat in my whole town

[@UrlOn2Wheels]

Those innocent smiles. They're clearly enjoying the game and winning at the same time. Future pros indeed.

[@GraffitiLions]

I was at the u17 tournament that they played and watched their games (I’m u14). It is mind blowing how Michelle wins against people like double her height. I don’t know how they win but they just do. I guess it’s shot quality and consistency

[@BadmintonInsight]

Oh no way - that's awesome! Yeah it's crazy, so good 🤯🏸

[@Jacqueline-qu7bd]

Wait there’s u14? Not u13?

[@oceantsai9259]

@@Jacqueline-qu7bd i thing he/she means u15

[@peenoomlumkhong]

I am Thai and a badminton coach myself. I am very impressed with them. If Badminton England keeps encouraging these children, I am pretty sure and very convinced that they will be internal players and making big impact to the badminton world. Their racket skills, speed, power, deceptions are far beyond players at their level. I must say, it is sad that badminton sport isn't popular in the UK, considering this is where it's originated. I've been to England few times and found that this sport is played almost every corner of the country, but the government doesn't seem to have encouraged (in term of promoting) much comparing the some sport like dart, snooker, pool. Badminton has been rarely televised, if it has it would have been only 45 mins the longest. Oppositely, to many asia countries like Thailand, Indonesia, Chaina. This sport will be televised for hours and hours. I remember, on my last visit to England, I kept seeing Dart Tournament on TV every day and for hours. I just jokingly said to myself, " Goodness! apart from not encouraging people to do exercise (like playing badminton), they (say the government, the medias) encourage people to drink a lot of beers! Anyway, I love this clip, both of you have been nice in encouraging young British.

[@smartsquirrel1]

This comment needs pinning. Greg and Jenny have done more for Badminton in the UK in 4 years than Badminton England have. How this sport is so underfunded is shocking.

[@peenoomlumkhong]

@@smartsquirrel1 England used to have great player. Once was the leading country in Europe in Badminton. It is so sad to see country like France, Spain and The Netherland are about to surpass England. Also, the up-coming countries Belgium, Finland, Australia, Israel, Canada are about to be the same level as England. However, there is no one as good as Jill, the best badminton commentator in the world! 🙂

[@omgwaffles09]

​@@peenoomlumkhong It's weird you focussed on darts/snooker that is just a result of pub culture rather than government support. We are major powers in some of worlds most popular sports such as football, cricket, rugby and for minority sports we consistently come high up the medal table in the olympics. For minority sports, the root cause of badminton's lack of funding is olympic medals. Athletes and funding are pushed towards rowing/aquatics/cycling/athletics/martial arts where we are historically very successful. From a young athletes perspective, badminton is just not a good option for a career when there is so much better options available in terms of money/support here in the UK

[@serinarajagukguk2227]

Please bring Sophia and Michelle back in the future. They’re so adorable 😍

[@eliezerjk90]

What I love most is that the kids played with smile on their face. On their age, it's extremely important that they enjoy the game and not pressured with expectations.

[@fabricew3972]

I don’t even remember the first 10 years of my life… 🤣 Great video, so much positive badminton energy ❤

[@_epic.]

thats bad

[@tan6637]

😂

[@grahammorris1675]

That last game was sooo cute!! It was actually 1-1 on unfair decisions (the net cord and double hit) but Jenny and Michelle would have won straight away if you spotted the net cord!

[@BadmintonInsight]

Haha, agreed! 😆

[@a7salem]

One of the best videos I’ve ever seen, love how you encourage and support children , these duo are the champions of tomorrow

[@YuvaanSharma-g4c]

And i thought i was a good player

[@DorindaSingh]

😂

[@Exosk4let0n]

I'm very embarrassed bro

[@uchiha106subscribe]

La mut diya hamari mahanat ka 😅😅😅😢😢😢

[@YuvaanSharma-g4c]

@@uchiha106subscribe haha sach mei

[@Itoilet]

They train 2 hours a day if I had that I would be really really good

[@rossotorro99]

This is by FAR the BEST video you guys have made - it's so great to see and so AWESOME of you both - forever a fan.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thanks 😃🏸

[@rb-ex]

that was awesomely fun to watch. i smiled stupidly through every moment. both girls are amazing. michelle, who's had more time to develop, has not only solid racket skills, footwork, speed, extension, and tactical awareness, but also an excellent, hard-working rhythm to her footwork that will serve her well in either singles or doubles. both youngsters' combination of iron discipline and joy of play are lovely to watch. whatever you do, be serious about it, because doing something seriously is how you have fun, even if it means doing 5 burpees every time you make a mistake

[@keeper7key372]

10:26 the kid disappointed at Greg "get up.... Get up.. " 😂😂😂😂 so funny and cute "Unlucky side" 😂😂😂 cute lovely childhood days

[@NerfedHawkeye]

One of the most wholesome contents you've put out. More of the same, please. Also, all the best to Michelle and Sophia. I'm sure you girls will have a successful career. 🥰

[@moochbert]

Those big smiles are so infectious ... what an inspiration. Great video.

[@teamanna9896]

Thanks for another fantastic video, Greg and Jenny. I've shared it with my coach, Anna Rice, who is working with similar age girls here in Canada with the aim of promoting the fun/social side of badminton and reducing the fear and pressure of tournament play. Your video captures the very best of what badminton should be for all ages - excellent technical, strategic, and physical training, combined with good sportsmanship, and tons of fun!! 🙂 Yes to a rematch!! Best of luck to Sophia and Michelle - always play for the love of the sport and you will go far. Keep up the great work! 🏸🙌💚

[@sajeevanieratnayake1312]

I am honored to be early to a great youtube badminton channel's video. You guys have motivated me to start playing badminton. And I can gladly say watching your videos has really paid off for I was 1st in my states tournament. Thanks Greg and Jenny. I am subscribed and patiently waiting for another high quality video. And i would definitely love to see a rematch when they're older! Wish you all the best!

[@calebwee328]

10:30 "Get up!" Prob the cutest and funniest part of the vid lmao. Awesome plays!!

[@timthepilot_yt]

It's wild seeing this video from you guys, cause I only recently discovered there's a similar series of table tennis videos featuring young pros from Adam Bobrow. From promoting young talents, to playing badminton all around the world, and making tutorials on how to improve. You two are really the ambassadors of badminton.

[@onlineo2263]

Love how they used the same clips and sayings as Adam... A few moments later etc.

[@alanloi7519]

Go Michelle and Sophia, Future England Stars!

[@shanerpaderp4272]

I loved this video, so much fun all round. The girls were so cute especially when Sophia couldn’t see past Greg on the serves. Greg getting tagged was hilarious. The editing was really good especially with the slow motion replays. Cant wait to see the upcoming videos ❤

[@badmintonscroll]

I can see why you enjoyed making this one. It was so lovely to watch. I had a smile on my face all brought this one.

[@stephenfrost505]

Brilliant video one of your best you all were having such fun!😀👌

[@BadmintonInsight]

Ah thank you so much! Yes we had SO much fun - it was one of our favourite videos we've ever filimed!

[@Mochi-qj6mt]

I’m a few years older than Michelle and Sophia, and I’ve been playing badminton for around 3 years. But! They would really crush me in a badminton game! I feel so ashamed, yet so proud and impressed. Keep up the good spirit, and they would definitely become pros!

[@KevinHarvey-ju1bs]

Just smiled with total joy for 18 minutes watching this! What an amazing pair of youngsters.

[@spritz8022]

This video is entertaining to watch! They are the upcoming stars! :)

[@BadmintonInsight]

Yay glad you enjoyed it! 🤩

[@rohitpatil3225]

At last England found Asians to win medal for

[@David-cr2on]

The love of badminton on these kids faces was lovely to see . You should play them in one year to see how much they improved . GreAt video❤

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thank you so much David - glad you enjoyed it! We'd love to do a rematch in the future, if the girls want to too!

[@1Min8Beats]

Seeing you guys playing with the kids made me feel as if you were playing with your kids. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sammymoore1593]

The best video yet! This was so lovely to watch. Pure joy!

[@BadmintonInsight]

Ah thank you very much 😃

[@ShreyRupani]

I keep rewatching Michelle's controlled fall while hitting it mid-fall at 10:38! It's so cool! 😎

[@BadmintonInsight]

Haha, yes good racket control 💪

[@PremKumar-ct7rj]

You enjoyed in this video and i also enjoyed in this video. You remembering to every people,badminton is enjoyable. Congrats to Sophia and michelle. The video with full of smiles.Thankyou for the video 🏸🔥

[@hossdaboss]

You guys are Adam Bobrow fans? I didn’t know you watch table tennis but seeing the thumbnail and video idea, I assumed you got inspired by Adams video! That’s super cool 😎

[@BadmintonInsight]

Yes we’ve watched lots of his videos - they’re great! 😃 Thanks a lot for the support 🙌

[@nevillehjnr360]

This was awesome. I am truly impressed. Good going Greg and Jenny. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.

[@珍妮佛羅培滋哇]

I am a u17 player at England. I saw them play at the tornament that I am playing and they are absolutely outstanding!

[@priyankasingh6842]

This channel has definitely helped me to improve in badminton.... thank you so so so much for ur hardwork ❤

[@miguelv2985]

This was fun to watch! Thanks for featuring these two amazing girls who are going to continue to excel in what they love doing.

[@mrwilsonchow318]

Love the smiles and laughters! KZbin should make a love button for this video.

[@fushisushi8714]

Incredible video! Can't wait to see Michelle and Sophia in the international world, they're lovely and very talented, with hard work to boot. I was grinning throughout the whole video, thank you for making my day :D

[@midh_o2664]

Michelle and Sofia have the most adorable smiles, which make them truly special. Their skills are absolutely outstanding. I have a feeling that Sofia could become the next TTY, while Michelle would be the next ASY❤❤❤❤

[@ravurirameshchandar1717]

I am not a pro but I play a good badminton and playing since my childhood. I know the importance of children to be trained for a fast pace like badminton. Looking at this two cute kids playing at a pro level is extremely eye candid. Kudos to there parents and you shuttle badminton couple for endorsing them in your channel🥰

[@Proflaxis]

This is such a fun video. Absolutely smashing!! Great job filming this.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😃

[@julienvidot6430]

Great great great ! ! ! Top video as always, but with sophia and michelle masterclass ! ! !

[@Chinfjfio]

Michelle and Sophia are so humble for letting Greg and Jenny with play them! Awesome work!

[@MBwolf21]

Loved the video, very talented young duo and I love the encouragement you give them when they are playing. The future is bright ❤

[@ThetaWindfall]

This was incredibly wholesome! They are soooo good too?!? I was immensely impressed at how quickly they covered the court as well, I wish I was half as fast haha. Guess it all comes down to how hard they work at it though! Huge resepect

[@BadmintonInsight]

Yeah definitely! Thanks for the comment 😃

[@adambe1126]

I'm a student at uon and it's always good to see them on court. Not only are they incredible but they both seem to love the game

[@rathsaraniw]

That is such a coincidence! I played them yesterday in the under 13 Bedfordshire match! I came into the finals in singles but then I lost. Sophia and Michelle, if you’re reading this, I am Thedini! But they were seriously so good

[@inspofromgranger]

This was so cute and wholesome! Sophia and Michelle are actual beasts, wishing them great success! Great video once again, Greg and Jenny!

[@sunrise110]

This was amazing to watch and I bet if you uploaded the whole session lots of people would watch it. Those two have incredible strength, skill, and speed for their age.

[@Martina_.]

I can't :D They are gorgeous! "Get up!" at 10:30 was the most appealing double partners' call I've ever heard.

[@BadmintonInsight]

🤣 so fun!

[@wycombewarriorsbc]

They are so talented (Michelle and Sophia)😄, ✨ in the making for sure. Such an inspiration video, well done @badmintonInsight!👏🏽

[@tappajaav]

I don't know about talent, but they sure have regularly participated in intelligent practice.

[@kbpc83]

Great video guys!! I think you should keep doing more of these videos, helping us to showcase the young talent we got in UK. 😊👍

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thanks 😃

[@alexheng1263]

Unbelievable. Honestly they are way too good for being just 8 and 10 years old! The talent they have is just amazing. They will grow up to be top players in the world, wish them all the best!

[@clippo111]

Great video, girls are amazing and a great hope for UK Badminton. 👏👍🏼

[@Therockinthebottomoftheocean]

Ive got a tournament coming up and this is lowering my ego by a lot😂. Love your tutorials

[@BadmintonInsight]

Haha, oh no! Hopefully you can use it as inspiration instead 😆 Good luck in the tournament!

[@Therockinthebottomoftheocean]

@@BadmintonInsight Thanks you!

[@martyngiles5163]

Absolutely brilliant, Michelle's forehand serve is brilliant, good luck to both of them, I will look forward to playing this to my juniors 👍

[@BadmintonInsight]

Glad you enjoyed it Martyn! 😃 Yes they were amazing - and we hope your juniors enjoy it!

[@mreastwoodo1]

i love the consistency of the way the girls work! im well impressed

[@TPToE]

7:28 But is it a fault? I e-mailed Badminton England to query this a while ago and was referred to the following ruling: "9.2. Once the players are ready for the service, the first forward movement of the server’s racket head shall be the start of the service." Wouldn't that suggest that her serve here was actually legal?

[@tckchannel4435]

0:59 & 1:26: Killer drop shots to tire out the professional player...🤨 1:47: An 8 year old girl could smash the daylight out of a professional player! 😱 21-19...I see a bright future in this 8 year old girl who nearly beat an England national player! 🧐 10:47 Wow a 10 year old girl could smash so hard! 🤕

[@notksn10]

Hello Greg and Jenny I really wanted to ask you a question,here is it. Is it legal to change racket hands between a rally? For example like a person is playing from his right hand and he switched to his left hand mid rally.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Completely legal but we wouldn’t recommend it 😂

[@exoceed6340]

Lots of older sibling energy, love to see it, can't wait to see a greg and jenny vs chen sister doubles game in a few years, maybe 1mil subscribers :)

[@KY-xz9yb]

A good reminder to the doubles net video. Few questions regarding it, is it actually a good shot to do on serve receive? And are you you slicing the shuttle a bit?

[@dblevins343]

They just look so happy playing. Even when losing. This is extremely wholesome and great to see.

[@freemanol]

Hopefully their parents won't push them too hard as they grow up. As an asian person I appreciate that a lot of us have high expectations of ourselves, but many parents don't give their kids enough breathing room. Seen too many cases where kids fail to keep their motivation up when they grow past 10-12 years old because of the unrelenting pressure.

[@Corrupted_Gamez]

I've been coached by their parent (dad) hes lovely... The children themselves want to be pushed and his dad does a great job of it

[@evokaiyo]

​@@Corrupted_Gamez Is their dad Billy Chen by any chance?

[@PaulFilmer]

My concern is that they'll be at 90% of their potential so soon - well before they're adults, that once the kids who weren't training as long start catching up it might affect them.

[@nayrw1092]

@@evokaiyo no, the dad is David Hao Chen. He is one of the official stringers for some of the big Yonex competitions. Had the pleasure of playing him during my studies in Nottingham back in the day. Great lad!

[@pinkyZcloud]

I'm 11 and I have been playing badminton since I was 7. I play 3 days a week - Saturday, Tueaday and Wednesday. I do it for 2 hours on the days that I go. I did not think I would be so badminton - obsessed but it is such a fun sport.

[@iwanl4224]

thanks for sharing the video. Amazing Michelle and Sophia

[@sumedh_deole1111]

This video was fun and I felt really happy watching these girls play!! They are surely gonna go places.👏👏

[@BadmintonInsight]

Glad you liked it! We think so 😃🏸

[@CyclingSteveL]

This is the best badminton content I've seen in ages! Well done all.

[@mairodilworth5419]

Gorgeous video, sums up the joy of badminton beautifully!

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😄🏸

[@jasongrimshaw6250]

Loved the video, fun to watch and seriously impressed with Michelle & Sophia

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thank you so much Jason!

[@breathbadminton]

This is insane! These kids are better than most players I know. Kudos to their parents and trainers. Wish them luck in future. Very humble.

[@dtlmkable]

Sophia and Michelle are so good! Hope they keep improving and enjoy badminton

[@JonathanWong-yz2sy]

Hi Greg and Jenny may I have your advice on how you travel with your rackets in flights? Do you check it in inside a larger luggage bag or carry them as hand luggage or check in as fragile items?

[@BadmintonInsight]

We always check them in just as regular luggage (well protected inside a suitcase of course) because most airlines in the UK don’t allow them on flights. But a lot of players around the world take them in their carry on bags! Hope that helps

[@JonathanWong-yz2sy]

Many thanks

[@ultrahoff]

Big smile on my face watching this video! And just WOW, super impressive technique from such young kids! I can only aspire to do such consistent and powerful backhand clears! 😅 Way to go! 👏👏👏

[@igorcoreixas120]

I spent all the time watching the video smiling, they are sooo good and enjoying each shot

[@stickman-mz2zj]

these new ideas are always so nice to watch, keep it up! 🎉 also, remember my thruster f I got a few weeks ago? yea it actually broke off the handle on the first hit 😅

[@Lone0809]

I'm not sure if I wanna try to play against one of these two but it sure looks fun to play against them Badminton Insight can you think of any possible reasons why my elbow hurts when I try to do a backhand smash?

[@polester07]

I'm really impressed with the skills these girls have...and what power in those shots! Great video!

[@sasarugy]

Hahaha have to admit that was the funnied and most joyful video i've seen! They got some crazy talent. Fueled my passion to play harder at badminton matches.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Glad you enjoyed it 😃😃🏸🏸

[@keanetan2439]

what a great and wholesome video! was watching it with a smile on my face.. :)

[@douglascurl5581]

Amazing sisters and great badminton insight content. Love this video.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😀🏸

[@douglascurl5581]

@@BadmintonInsight Played since I was 14 and I was near County level player. I was a level 2 coach but a back injury put paid to that! I would love to have a knockabout with the pair of you... And the Sisters!! Love the game and avidly watch all the latest vids on the game. Cheers, Doug.

[@oskar4764]

love how u guys interacted with them..treated them like players not like babies while keeping it so friendly and peaceful...great video im sure the girls will go far and we see them at the olympics in roughly 10 years

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thanks ☺️👍🏼

[@nazimajin8108]

Very inspiring 😍 I have a content request. Can you guys make a video focusing on the non-racket hand? I think many overlooked on this aspect but I feel like it's also an important area to cover? Many thanks!

[@jodydownes2271]

That was so nice to watch,I'm starting the day off with a smile thanks guys 😀

[@BadmintonInsight]

Awh that is amazing to hear - we're so happy you enjoyed it 😊😃

[@jishnu13]

Super fun and entertaining this video was guys, well done. And those kids are amazing!

[@demogladawar]

This is an old story, where it was 2001 and I was 6 years old. Got a Twin sister who was similarly like these 2 Michelle and Sophia. Trained, and lots of progress. I had a crush on them by that time, and I really wished to see them Shine in the future. And as time passed by, I was 16 Years old. I met one of the Sister I mentioned. Had a talk with her, it was interesting but the sad thing is... They stopped training, due to emotions / education / life problems disturbing their mindset until they stopped and went their separate ways. I just write like this because this video reminded me of them haha

[@tappajaav]

Got a Twin sister? What?

[@demogladawar]

Too much time to notice mistakes to little time to understand things.

[@tappajaav]

@@demogladawar Too much time to notice mistakes? Noticing mistakes takes no time at all. Anyways sick burn mate. Had to call burn center for this one

[@milanchrai8001]

Wou!! Thank you for the Video Greg and Michelle🙏

[@waynetayag9243]

Always been a fan of you guys! The kids are soo good for their age

[@thanhpi97]

That smile when you compliment her at 5:54 😍

[@BadmintonInsight]

So cute 😆

[@thatsweat7037]

amazing video you guys are always so creative with your fun vids and tutorial into fun videos that I can constantly watch again and again :)

[@sugdesenats6007]

Hello, could you tell me which smart watch jenny is using?

[@81ank61]

This feels like a glimpse of what it will look like if/when you guys have kids. Love all your work keep it up!

[@linecey1984]

what a beautiful video. and so much laugh! best of luck to these young champions!

[@kymlau9198]

Amazing video! Can tell both of you will be great parents, looked a lot of fun and the smile on their faces is priceless. I reckon both of you will commentate their matches on the BWF tour in 10 years time ;)

[@whaychiatwee6715]

They're so good!!!! Definitely future pros, hopefully they continue on! Loved the video!!!

[@BadmintonInsight]

They are indeed! Thanks 😃🏸

[@boomypower]

What a delightful video. These children are so precious.

[@BadmintonInsight]

Thanks! They sure are 😀

[@lucid1026]

ahhhh, i've been waiting for the next video, finally it's heree, great videoo (btw looking forward to upcoming and future vlogs)