Jimmy Wong Returns to Academy badminton Malaysia
National squad recall opportunities have opened a new chapter for Jimmy Wong as he returns to BAM to pursue Olympic glory. The 23-year-old mixed doubles specialist rejoins the national fold following a prolific year on the independent circuit. Alongside former partner Lai Pei Jing, Jimmy climbed to World No. 23 and secured seven runner-up finishes. SmashNews reports that his consistent athletic development convinced national selectors to offer him a second chance at the elite level.
Jimmy expressed immense gratitude toward his former partner for her support during this transition. He maintains that his primary goal has always been returning to the national squad recall list. Despite being dropped in 2022, he harbours no ill feelings toward the association. Instead, he views this return as a vital step toward competing in the highest tier of international badminton. The shuttler reports to the Academy Badminton Malaysia this Wednesday to begin his new journey.
New Partnership and the Road to Malaysia Masters
This national squad recall forces Jimmy to reset his competitive trajectory. He will now form a new doubles partnership with Cheng Su Yin. While the pair currently lacks a formal ranking, Su Yin’s existing points allow them to enter high-level events. Jimmy acknowledges the challenge of starting “from zero” but remains confident in their combined potential. Smashnews understands that the duo targets a strong debut to climb the BWF rankings rapidly.
The pair identifies the Malaysia Masters in May as their first major test on the mixed doubles circuit. Success at this event would validate the association’s decision to bring Jimmy back into elite training. He remains focused on proving his worth through results rather than rhetoric. With the 2028 Olympic cycle looming, every tournament becomes a critical building block for his career. The national camp expects high intensity as the new pairing finds its rhythm on court.