Genevie earns a highly anticipated national team recall to Bukit Kiara after her heroic bronze run in Japan.
Malaysia Badminton News confirms the versatile doubles player will resume training at the Academy badminton Malaysia next week.
The 18-year-old Sarawakian recently clinched the girls’ doubles bronze alongside Low Zi Yu in Yatsushiro.
This podium finish marked the perfect conclusion to her competitive junior career.
SmashNews reports that the Badminton Association of Malaysia previously monitored her encouraging national tournament results.
She finished runner-up in both the National Under-21 and Under-18 championships earlier this season.
Overcoming Health Obstacles to Earn the National Team Recall
Genevie previously left the national setup to undergo complex treatment for a persistent thyroid condition.
Her medical status remains completely stable now, allowing her to resume high-intensity court drills.
She enters Bukit Kiara on a strict six-month probation period to assess her ongoing on-court progress.
The young talent views this national team recall as a major psychological boost for her professional career.
She hopes to emulate the legendary shuttlecock mastery of her ultimate badminton idol Pearly Tan.
Smashnews understands that coaches prioritize building up her physical stamina during the initial training blocks.
Team manager Datuk Dr Wan Khalik Wan Muhammad backed her return after noting her immense physical improvement.
The entire country celebrates her resilience and stands ready to support her journey to elite senior level.