Name: Sara Michelle Barrios Chiong
City / Country: Guatemala
Birth Date: 20/02/2002
Modality: Singles, Doubles and Mixed
At what age did you start in Badminton?
“I started when I was 11, in summer classes and I liked it.”
Which has been your best experience in this last year?
“I trained in Toronto, Canada, for 2 months and was a good experience.”
How is it sacrificed to train and study at the same time?
“It’s complicated but I am already organize so I can do my homework and train in peace.”
How long do you plan to play badminton at high level competitions?
“I plan to play badminton for as long as my studies allow me.”
What would you like to do when you stop competing?
“I would like to focus on my studies and continue playing but when I have free time.”
What does it feel like to be one of the best in your country?
“It feels good that my effort is worth it.”
What are your favorite hobbies?
“I like to read fiction novels”.
Who was your first coach?
“My first coach was Rolando Monterroso”
What comes to your mind when you hear the following?
- Badminton: “My everyday doing, mi passion”
- A dream: “Reaching my goals”
- Olympic Games: “A tough competition”
- Favorite Shot: “Drop and smash”
- Top players that you admire: “Michelle Li and Ratchanok Intanon”
