Aichi-Nagoya Contingent Shaped by Mainaky and Herry IP The decision to exclude Soh Wooi Yik from Malaysia’s men’s doubles squad for the upcoming Asian Games 2026 stems from a strategic realignment led by national coaching director Rexy Mainaky and doubles coach Herry IP, according to reports from regional sports media outlets. The overhaul of the … Read more
Reality Check: BAM Confronts Systemic Failures After Thomas Cup 2026 Exit The silence that followed the final shuttlecock landing in Kuala Lumpur was heavier than any crowd noise. For a nation where badminton is more than a sport—it is a cultural cornerstone—the 3-0 quarter-final dismantling of Malaysia by China in the 2026 Thomas Cup was … Read more
The road to the Thomas Cup 2026 title has reached a critical juncture in Horsens, Denmark, as the knockout stage commences. Following a tense group stage battle, Malaysia has advanced to the quarter-finals, though they must now overcome the most daunting obstacle in the draw: the defending champions, China. Malaysia’s journey to the last eight … Read more
Herry IP Faces High-Stakes Roster Puzzle as Man Wei Chong’s Injury Clouds Thomas Cup Outlook With the 2026 Thomas Cup just days away, Malaysian national men’s doubles head coach Herry Iman Pierngadi—often known as Herry IP—is grappling with a critical personnel crisis. The central concern is the fitness of Man Wei Chong, a cornerstone of … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik carry the hopes of a nation into Sunday’s All England Open final, seeking to end Malaysia’s lengthy 19-year title drought at the prestigious tournament. The second-ranked men’s doubles pair will face top seeds Kim Won-ho and Seo Seung-jae at the Utilita Arena Birmingham in a match … Read more