The shockwave from Viktor Axelsen’s retirement announcement has reverberated through the badminton world, casting sudden uncertainty over Denmark’s chances in the upcoming Thomas Cup. Just weeks before the tournament’s kickoff in Chengdu, China, the two-time Olympic champion and world No. 1 confirmed he would not compete, citing the demand to prioritize long-term health after a … Read more
PETALING JAYA – Aaron Chia and M. Thinaah have been named captains of Malaysia’s men’s and women’s badminton teams respectively, bringing veteran leadership to squads preparing for the Thomas Cup and Uber Cup Finals in Denmark. The appointments were confirmed by Badminton Malaysia ahead of the Thomas Cup Finals, which start April 24 in Horsens, … Read more
Hendra Setiawan, one of Indonesia’s most decorated badminton players, is set to make his debut as a coach at the Thomas Cup 2026 in Horsens, Denmark. The legendary doubles specialist, who helped Indonesia win the Thomas Cup in 2020, will transition from player to mentor for the first time in his international career. According to … Read more
Ranking Roadblocks and New Roles: The Current State of Lee Zii Jia In the volatile world of professional badminton, the distance between the summit and the struggle can be measured in a few unlucky tournaments and a sliding BWF ranking. For Lee Zii Jia, the journey has reached a complex crossroads. Once the World No. … Read more
Lee Zii Jia Returns to Training Ahead of Thomas Cup Finals in Denmark Malaysia’s premier men’s singles spearhead, Lee Zii Jia, is back on the court at the Academy Badminton Malaysia (ABM) in Bukit Kiara, signaling a critical turning point in the national team’s preparations for the upcoming Thomas Cup Finals. After a period of … Read more
Eogene Ewe Eyes Potential Thomas Cup Debut Amid Intensive Training The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) is currently evaluating its roster for the upcoming Thomas Cup, and among the names generating significant buzz is Eogene Ewe. The 21-year-old men’s singles specialist is maintaining a rigorous training schedule although awaiting official confirmation on whether he will … Read more
PETALING JAYA – As Malaysia ramps up preparations for the prestigious Thomas Cup, set to seize place in Horsens, Denmark from April 24 to May 3, concerns are mounting over the fitness of star men’s singles player Lee Zii Jia. The 2024 Paris Olympic bronze medalist was expected to join national team training at the … Read more
PETALING JAYA – As preparations intensify for the upcoming Thomas Cup, Malaysian badminton star Soh Wooi Yik has expressed hope that his close friend and teammate, Lee Zii Jia, can regain his peak form. The sentiment comes as Zii Jia rejoins the national squad for training at the Academy Badminton Malaysia (ABM) in Bukit Kiara, … Read more
PETALING JAYA – Malaysia’s men’s doubles team received a boost ahead of the upcoming Thomas Cup in Horsens, Denmark, next month, as England has opted not to include their top pairing, Ben Lane and Sean Vendy, in their squad. The development eases a potential headache for the Malaysians, who are grouped with England, Japan, and … Read more
Arif-Roy King Seek Breakthrough to Boost Malaysian Doubles Confidence Ningbo, China – Wan Arif Wan Junaidi and Yap Roy King are aiming for a breakthrough performance at the upcoming Asian Championships, hoping a strong showing will not only boost their confidence but too solidify their position in the Malaysian squad for the Thomas Cup Finals. … Read more