The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has praised Malaysian badminton players Tee Kai Wun-Yap Roy King and Soh Wooi Yik-Man Wei Chong for winning and finishing as runners-up at the Korea Masters championships, underscoring Malaysia's continued dominance in international doubles competition.
Cheam June Wei has advanced to the semi-finals of the Korean Masters after defeating seventh seed Su Li-yang of Taiwan in a thrilling quarter-final match, extending his remarkable tournament performance.
Indonesia's badminton federation has withdrawn two mixed doubles pairs from the World Championships in New Delhi (August 17-23) amid an ongoing match-fixing probe by the Badminton World Federation.
Malaysian men's singles shuttler Justin Hoh is preparing for his debut at the 2026 BWF World Championships in New Delhi next month, focusing on adaptability amid ongoing concerns about venue conditions in India.
Indonesia's world No. 13 mixed doubles pair Jafar Hidayatullah-Felisha Pasaribu have withdrawn from the World Championships following an alleged match-fixing investigation by the Badminton World Federation involving several Indonesian players.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has offered encouragement to Malaysia's badminton doubles teams after they finished as runners-up at the 2026 Taiwan Open, emphasising their strong performances despite narrowly missing out on titles.
Lee Zii Jia credits physiotherapist Victoria Gao with sustaining him through two injury-plagued years that derailed his career. The Malaysian shuttler, competing independently, is adapting his playing style and has declined Asian Games selection.
Taiwan's Chou Tien-chen has made history by becoming the oldest player to win a BWF World Tour Super 1000 title after claiming the China Open crown. The 36-year-old's triumph ends a 30-year wait for Taiwan in the men's singles event.
Malaysia's badminton contingent at the Japan Open concluded its campaign on July 18 after mixed doubles and men's doubles pairs fell in the semifinals in Tokyo.
Malaysian badminton pairs Jimmy Wong-Cheng Su Yin and Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani advanced to the Japan Open 2026 semifinals in Tokyo, with the former pulling off a stunning upset victory.
Lee Zii Jia has pledged to pursue his badminton career despite enduring injuries, inconsistent performances, and personal challenges. The 28-year-old Olympic bronze medallist expressed gratitude to fans for their support during his difficult period.
Clarissa San will make her Japan Open debut next week alongside Tang Jie in mixed doubles, replacing the injured Toh Ee Wei. The 20-year-old aims to stay calm, learn from her experienced partner, and perform at one of badminton's premier tournaments.
Ahmad Redzuan Zulwaqqarizal-Low Zi Yu have won Malaysia's first Asian Junior Championships mixed doubles title in 19 years, defeating China's Zheng Weigang-Li Menghan in Yatsushiro, Japan.
National mixed doubles shuttler Toh Ee Wei has completed surgery on her left knee in Melbourne after sustaining an ACL injury at last month's Singapore Open. BAM pledges continued medical support.