Hopefully we get to see Shiono playing the top Chinese in the upcoming ProTour Finals. His best chance would have been the Japan Open where he came out from 'nowhere' to surprise everyone including his Japanese compatriots. Yes the top Chinese have powerful strokes, but I don't think hitting harder or spinnier is the right way to play Shiono, as can be seen his wins and loses since then. It seems more a matter of control, placement and patience. That said, single minded hard loopers may be more susceptible.
Unfortunately for Shiono, he is now out in the open. He has also changed equipment. Judging by the way his opponents missed in Japan Open, his old set up was way more deceptive.
Unfortunately for Shiono, he is now out in the open. He has also changed equipment. Judging by the way his opponents missed in Japan Open, his old set up was way more deceptive.