South Korean badminton player

An Se-young, the newly crowned Olympic gold medalist in women's badminton, has publicly criticized the Badminton Korea Association (BKA) for their inadequate support during her recovery from a serious knee injury. After defeating China's He Bingjiao in the final, An expressed her disappointment over the BKA's handling of her injury, which she claims was misdiagnosed and neglected, leading her to consider leaving the national team. Despite assurances of a quick recovery, her condition worsened, forcing her to seek additional treatment and compete in pain. An's allegations have prompted South Korea's sports ministry to launch an investigation into the BKA's athlete management practices. An's comments reflect a broader concern about the BKA's focus on doubles players, suggesting a systemic issue within the organization. As she contemplates her future, An emphasizes her commitment to South Korean badminton, while insisting on better care for athletes moving forward.