PETALING JAYA – A potential rift in the Malaysian men’s doubles badminton camp appears to have been resolved, but not without a unique stipulation. National head coach Herry Iman Pierngadi and player Mohd Haikal Nazri have reconciled after a disagreement over Haikal’s withdrawal from the Swiss Open, with Herry requesting a written commitment from the … Read more
Qingdao, China – The ascent of South Korea’s Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae to the pinnacle of men’s doubles badminton has captivated the sport, and few are more intrigued by their success than former world number one Marcus Fernaldi Gideon. As the pair continues to rack up victories, Gideon has offered a detailed … Read more
QINGDAO, CHINA – The burgeoning Indonesian men’s doubles pairing of Raymond Indra and Nikolaus Joaquin are quickly gaining attention, with many drawing comparisons to the legendary duo of Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo – affectionately known as “Minions.” The rising stars recently reached the semifinals of the All England Open, fueling the debate. … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – The Indonesian Badminton Association (PBSI) has issued an apology following its team’s failure to secure a title at the 2026 All England Open Badminton Championships, which concluded Saturday. Despite high expectations, Indonesia returns home without a championship trophy for the second consecutive year. Eng Hian, Head of Development and Achievement at the … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – Taiwan achieved a remarkable feat at the Yonex All England Open Badminton Championships, securing both the men’s singles and mixed doubles titles on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham. This marks a historic moment for Taiwanese badminton, solidifying its presence on the international stage. Lin Chun-yi delivered a … Read more
BIRMINGHAM – Man Wei Chong’s decision to compete at the 2026 All England Open Badminton Championships, despite battling a right knee injury, proved worthwhile, even as he and partner Tee Kai Wun exited in the quarterfinal round. The Malaysian duo demonstrated resilience and a marked improvement in form throughout the tournament at the Utilita Arena … Read more
Leong Jun Hao Focused on the Journey After All-England Setback BIRMINGHAM – Leong Jun Hao’s impressive run at the 2026 All England Open came to an complete in the second round, falling to Japan’s Koki Watanabe 21-9, 21-13 at the Utilita Arena Birmingham. Despite the disappointing result, the 25-year-old Malaysian shuttler remains resolute, emphasizing his … Read more
Birmingham, England – A 19-year drought could end this weekend as Malaysian men’s doubles pairs advance deep into the All-England Open Badminton Championships. With a favorable draw and a record number of representatives in the field, the stage is set for a potential breakthrough moment for Malaysian badminton. This year’s tournament at the Utilita Arena … Read more
PETALING JAYA – Indonesia may have found a recent weapon in their arsenal for the upcoming Thomas Cup Finals. Young badminton player Alwi Farhan is quickly establishing himself as a potential key contributor, following a strong showing at the recent All-England Open in Birmingham. The 2023 world junior men’s singles champion, Alwi, made a notable … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – A wave of optimism is sweeping through Indonesian badminton circles following a strong showing by the nation’s emerging talent at the 2026 All England Open. Seven debutantes reached the quarterfinals of the prestigious tournament, signaling a potential shift in power and a bright future for the sport in Indonesia. Ten Indonesian athletes … Read more