June 2025
Aaron Chia Urges BWF to Introduce VAR and Review Medical Rules
National men’s doubles shuttler Aaron Chia is calling on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to implement further reforms in the sport, including the introduction of video assistant referee (VAR) technology and a revision of existing medical regulations during matches. The 28-year-old’s remarks come after BWF’s recent proposal to increase prize money and extend tournament durations…
Sze Fei-Izzuddin at Risk of Losing World No. 1 Spot
Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, the current world No. 1 men’s doubles pair, need to quickly sharpen their game ahead of the Japan Open (July 15–20) and China Open (July 22–27) or risk being dethroned. As defending champions of both tournaments, the independent duo are under pressure to retain their ranking by defending…
Malaysia’s Double Chance at LA 2028 Still Uncertain, Says Rexy
Malaysia’s men’s doubles badminton scene is heating up with four strong pairs making waves in the world rankings. Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani (world No. 1), Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik (No. 2), Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun (No. 7), and Yap Roy King-Wan Arif Wan Junaidi (No. 24) are showing strong potential to qualify for…