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[td][/td] [td]= Kelvin Ho Mun Kit =[/td]
[td]= Kelvin Ho Mun Kit =[/td] [td]'''Kelvin Ho Mun Kit''' (born 29 January 1983) is a retired Malaysian professional squash player, best known for being a member of Malaysiaβs menβs squash team that won the gold medal at the 2001 Southeast Asian Games. Ho's career in squash spanned from the early 2000s, with significant contributions to both his national team and individual rankings.[/td]
[td]'''Kelvin Ho Mun Kit''' (born 29 January 1983) is a retired Malaysian professional squash player. He is best known for being a key member of the Malaysian men's squash team that won the gold medal at the [[2001 Southeast Asian Games]].<ref name="Cuttings2">{{cite web |title=Various Newspaper Cuttings about Kelvin Ho Mun Kit |url=https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kelvin_Ho_Newspaper_Cuttings.pdf |access-date=1 September 2025 |website=Wikimedia Commons}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Early Life and Junior Career ==[/td]
[td]== Early Life and Junior Career ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho Mun Kit was born on 29 January 1983 in Malaysia. He began his competitive squash career at a young age, representing Selangor at the '''Sukma Games''' between 1998 and 2000. Ho participated in numerous junior squash tournaments from 1995 to 2000, where he gained international experience. Some of the prestigious tournaments he competed in include:[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho Mun Kit was born on 29 January 1983 in Malaysia. He began his competitive squash career at a young age, representing Selangor at the [[Sukma Games]] between 1998 and 2000. Ho participated in numerous junior squash tournaments from 1995 to 2000, gaining international experience. Some of the prestigious tournaments he competed in include:<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]* '''World Junior Championships'''[/td]
[td]* [[World Junior Squash Championships|World Junior Championships]][/td] [td]* '''Asian Junior Championships'''[/td]
[td]* [[Asian Junior Squash Championships|Asian Junior Championships]][/td] [td]* '''British Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* [[British Junior Open Squash Championships|British Junior Open]][/td] [td]* '''German Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* German Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''French Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* French Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Australian Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Australian Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Hong Kong Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Hong Kong Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Scottish Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Scottish Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Welsh Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Welsh Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Sri Lankan Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Sri Lankan Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Indian Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Indian Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Singapore Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Singapore Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Malaysian Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Malaysian Junior Open[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]His success in junior events laid the foundation for his transition to professional squash.[/td]
[td]His success in these junior events laid the foundation for his transition to professional squash.[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Professional Career ==[/td]
[td]== Professional Career ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho turned professional in 2000 at the age of 17, marking the beginning of his career on the '''Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Tour'''. During his career, Ho achieved a career-high PSA world ranking within the top 100 players.[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho turned professional in 2000 at the age of 17, beginning his career on the [[Professional Squash Association|Professional Squash Association (PSA)]] World Tour. He achieved a career-high PSA world ranking within the top 100.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]=== Key Achievements ===[/td]
[td]=== Key Achievements ===[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]* '''2001 Southeast Asian Games''': Ho was a key member of the Malaysian menβs squash team that won the gold medal at the 2001 Southeast Asian Games. The team, which also included players Kenneth Low, Mohd Azlan Iskandar, and Yap Kok Four, defeated Singapore 3β0 in the final to secure the gold.[/td]
[td]* '''2001 Southeast Asian Games''': Ho was a key member of the Malaysian men's squash team that won the gold medal at the [[2001 Southeast Asian Games]] in Kuala Lumpur.<ref name="SEA20012">{{cite web |date=2001 |title=2001 SEA Games Schedule and Results |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20011130083450/http://sadec.com/Sea2001/sch_sq.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20011130083450/http://sadec.com/Sea2001/sch_sq.html |archive-date=30 November 2001 |access-date=4 February 2016 |website=sadec.com}}</ref> The team, which included [[Kenneth Low]], [[Mohd Azlan Iskandar]], and Yap Kok Four, defeated Singapore 3β0 in the final. Ho played the second singles match, securing a decisive victory over Singapore's Gary Yeo with a score of 9β1, 9β3, 9β0.<ref name="SEA20012" />[/td] [td]* '''2002 Commonwealth Games''': Ho represented Malaysia in the mixed doubles event at the '''2002 Commonwealth Games''' in Manchester, United Kingdom. Partnering with Sharon Wee, the duo was eliminated in the first round of the competition.[/td]
[td]* '''2002 Commonwealth Games''': Ho represented Malaysia in the mixed doubles event at the [[2002 Commonwealth Games]] in Manchester, United Kingdom. Partnering with [[Sharon Wee]], the duo was eliminated in the first round of the competition.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td]* '''2003 World Menβs Squash Team Championship''': Ho was selected to represent Malaysia at the '''2003 World Menβs Squash Team Championship''' held in Vienna, Austria. He played alongside Ong Beng Hee, Mohd Azlan Iskandar, and Timothy Arnold. Malaysia finished ninth overall out of 32 teams, recording victories in the group stage against Italy (3β0) and Pakistan (2β1).[/td]
[td]* '''2003 World Men's Team Squash Championships|2003 World Men's Squash Team Championship''': Ho was selected to represent Malaysia at the 2003 championship in Vienna, Austria. He played alongside [[Ong Beng Hee]], Mohd Azlan Iskandar, and Timothy Arnold. Malaysia finished ninth overall out of 32 teams, recording victories in the group stage against Italy (3β0) and Pakistan (2β1).<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]=== PSA World Tour ===[/td]
[td]=== PSA World Tour ===[/td] [td]Throughout his professional career, Kelvin Ho maintained a steady presence on the '''PSA World Tour''', competing against some of the worldβs top players. He was known for his tenacity on the court and his consistent performances, which earned him a spot among the worldβs top 100 players.[/td]
[td]Throughout his professional career, Kelvin Ho maintained a steady presence on the PSA World Tour, competing against top global players. Known for his tenacity on the court, his consistent performances earned him a spot among the world's top 100 players.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Retirement ==[/td]
[td]== Retirement ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho retired from professional squash in 2003, following the '''World Menβs Squash Team Championship'''. Despite his relatively brief career, his contributions to Malaysian squash, particularly in team events, were significant.[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho retired from professional squash in 2003, following the World Men's Squash Team Championship. Despite his relatively brief career, his contributions to Malaysian squash, particularly in team events, were significant.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Legacy ==[/td]
[td]== Legacy ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho is remembered for his role in securing Malaysia's gold medal at the '''2001 Southeast Asian Games''' and his part in the country's squash history. His participation in prestigious international tournaments, including the Commonwealth Games and the World Menβs Squash Team Championship, cemented his place in Malaysiaβs sporting legacy.[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho is remembered for his role in securing Malaysia's gold medal at the 2001 Southeast Asian Games and his part in the country's squash history.<ref name="Cuttings2" /> His participation in prestigious international tournaments, including the Commonwealth Games and the World Men's Squash Team Championship, cemented his place in Malaysia's sporting legacy.<ref>{{cite web |title=File
J Open.jpg |url=https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PJ_Open.jpg |access-date=25 May 2025 |website=Wikimedia Commons}}</ref>[/td]
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[td][/td] [td]== References ==[/td]
[td]== References ==[/td] [td]{{reflist}}[/td] [td][/td] [td]#https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kelvin_Ho_Newspaper_Cuttings.pdf Various Newspaper Cuttings about Kelvin Ho Mun Kit. Retrieved on 2025-09-1.[/td] [td]#https://web.archive.org/web/20011130083450/http://sadec.com/Sea2001/sch_sq.html 2001 SEA Games. Retrieved on 2016-02-04.[/td] [td]# https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PJ_Open.jpg PJ Open. Retrieved on 2025-25-05[/td]
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[td]= Kelvin Ho Mun Kit =[/td] [td]'''Kelvin Ho Mun Kit''' (born 29 January 1983) is a retired Malaysian professional squash player, best known for being a member of Malaysiaβs menβs squash team that won the gold medal at the 2001 Southeast Asian Games. Ho's career in squash spanned from the early 2000s, with significant contributions to both his national team and individual rankings.[/td]
[td]'''Kelvin Ho Mun Kit''' (born 29 January 1983) is a retired Malaysian professional squash player. He is best known for being a key member of the Malaysian men's squash team that won the gold medal at the [[2001 Southeast Asian Games]].<ref name="Cuttings2">{{cite web |title=Various Newspaper Cuttings about Kelvin Ho Mun Kit |url=https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kelvin_Ho_Newspaper_Cuttings.pdf |access-date=1 September 2025 |website=Wikimedia Commons}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Early Life and Junior Career ==[/td]
[td]== Early Life and Junior Career ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho Mun Kit was born on 29 January 1983 in Malaysia. He began his competitive squash career at a young age, representing Selangor at the '''Sukma Games''' between 1998 and 2000. Ho participated in numerous junior squash tournaments from 1995 to 2000, where he gained international experience. Some of the prestigious tournaments he competed in include:[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho Mun Kit was born on 29 January 1983 in Malaysia. He began his competitive squash career at a young age, representing Selangor at the [[Sukma Games]] between 1998 and 2000. Ho participated in numerous junior squash tournaments from 1995 to 2000, gaining international experience. Some of the prestigious tournaments he competed in include:<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]* '''World Junior Championships'''[/td]
[td]* [[World Junior Squash Championships|World Junior Championships]][/td] [td]* '''Asian Junior Championships'''[/td]
[td]* [[Asian Junior Squash Championships|Asian Junior Championships]][/td] [td]* '''British Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* [[British Junior Open Squash Championships|British Junior Open]][/td] [td]* '''German Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* German Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''French Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* French Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Australian Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Australian Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Hong Kong Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Hong Kong Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Scottish Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Scottish Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Welsh Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Welsh Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Sri Lankan Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Sri Lankan Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Indian Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Indian Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Singapore Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Singapore Junior Open[/td] [td]* '''Malaysian Junior Open'''[/td]
[td]* Malaysian Junior Open[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]His success in junior events laid the foundation for his transition to professional squash.[/td]
[td]His success in these junior events laid the foundation for his transition to professional squash.[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Professional Career ==[/td]
[td]== Professional Career ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho turned professional in 2000 at the age of 17, marking the beginning of his career on the '''Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Tour'''. During his career, Ho achieved a career-high PSA world ranking within the top 100 players.[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho turned professional in 2000 at the age of 17, beginning his career on the [[Professional Squash Association|Professional Squash Association (PSA)]] World Tour. He achieved a career-high PSA world ranking within the top 100.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]=== Key Achievements ===[/td]
[td]=== Key Achievements ===[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]* '''2001 Southeast Asian Games''': Ho was a key member of the Malaysian menβs squash team that won the gold medal at the 2001 Southeast Asian Games. The team, which also included players Kenneth Low, Mohd Azlan Iskandar, and Yap Kok Four, defeated Singapore 3β0 in the final to secure the gold.[/td]
[td]* '''2001 Southeast Asian Games''': Ho was a key member of the Malaysian men's squash team that won the gold medal at the [[2001 Southeast Asian Games]] in Kuala Lumpur.<ref name="SEA20012">{{cite web |date=2001 |title=2001 SEA Games Schedule and Results |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20011130083450/http://sadec.com/Sea2001/sch_sq.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20011130083450/http://sadec.com/Sea2001/sch_sq.html |archive-date=30 November 2001 |access-date=4 February 2016 |website=sadec.com}}</ref> The team, which included [[Kenneth Low]], [[Mohd Azlan Iskandar]], and Yap Kok Four, defeated Singapore 3β0 in the final. Ho played the second singles match, securing a decisive victory over Singapore's Gary Yeo with a score of 9β1, 9β3, 9β0.<ref name="SEA20012" />[/td] [td]* '''2002 Commonwealth Games''': Ho represented Malaysia in the mixed doubles event at the '''2002 Commonwealth Games''' in Manchester, United Kingdom. Partnering with Sharon Wee, the duo was eliminated in the first round of the competition.[/td]
[td]* '''2002 Commonwealth Games''': Ho represented Malaysia in the mixed doubles event at the [[2002 Commonwealth Games]] in Manchester, United Kingdom. Partnering with [[Sharon Wee]], the duo was eliminated in the first round of the competition.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td]* '''2003 World Menβs Squash Team Championship''': Ho was selected to represent Malaysia at the '''2003 World Menβs Squash Team Championship''' held in Vienna, Austria. He played alongside Ong Beng Hee, Mohd Azlan Iskandar, and Timothy Arnold. Malaysia finished ninth overall out of 32 teams, recording victories in the group stage against Italy (3β0) and Pakistan (2β1).[/td]
[td]* '''2003 World Men's Team Squash Championships|2003 World Men's Squash Team Championship''': Ho was selected to represent Malaysia at the 2003 championship in Vienna, Austria. He played alongside [[Ong Beng Hee]], Mohd Azlan Iskandar, and Timothy Arnold. Malaysia finished ninth overall out of 32 teams, recording victories in the group stage against Italy (3β0) and Pakistan (2β1).<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]=== PSA World Tour ===[/td]
[td]=== PSA World Tour ===[/td] [td]Throughout his professional career, Kelvin Ho maintained a steady presence on the '''PSA World Tour''', competing against some of the worldβs top players. He was known for his tenacity on the court and his consistent performances, which earned him a spot among the worldβs top 100 players.[/td]
[td]Throughout his professional career, Kelvin Ho maintained a steady presence on the PSA World Tour, competing against top global players. Known for his tenacity on the court, his consistent performances earned him a spot among the world's top 100 players.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Retirement ==[/td]
[td]== Retirement ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho retired from professional squash in 2003, following the '''World Menβs Squash Team Championship'''. Despite his relatively brief career, his contributions to Malaysian squash, particularly in team events, were significant.[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho retired from professional squash in 2003, following the World Men's Squash Team Championship. Despite his relatively brief career, his contributions to Malaysian squash, particularly in team events, were significant.<ref name="Cuttings2" />[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]== Legacy ==[/td]
[td]== Legacy ==[/td] [td]Kelvin Ho is remembered for his role in securing Malaysia's gold medal at the '''2001 Southeast Asian Games''' and his part in the country's squash history. His participation in prestigious international tournaments, including the Commonwealth Games and the World Menβs Squash Team Championship, cemented his place in Malaysiaβs sporting legacy.[/td]
[td]Kelvin Ho is remembered for his role in securing Malaysia's gold medal at the 2001 Southeast Asian Games and his part in the country's squash history.<ref name="Cuttings2" /> His participation in prestigious international tournaments, including the Commonwealth Games and the World Men's Squash Team Championship, cemented his place in Malaysia's sporting legacy.<ref>{{cite web |title=File
J Open.jpg |url=https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PJ_Open.jpg |access-date=25 May 2025 |website=Wikimedia Commons}}</ref>[/td]
[td][/td][td][/td] [td]== References ==[/td]
[td]== References ==[/td] [td]{{reflist}}[/td] [td][/td] [td]#https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kelvin_Ho_Newspaper_Cuttings.pdf Various Newspaper Cuttings about Kelvin Ho Mun Kit. Retrieved on 2025-09-1.[/td] [td]#https://web.archive.org/web/20011130083450/http://sadec.com/Sea2001/sch_sq.html 2001 SEA Games. Retrieved on 2016-02-04.[/td] [td]# https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PJ_Open.jpg PJ Open. Retrieved on 2025-25-05[/td]
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