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Indonesia's world No. 13 mixed doubles pair Jafar Hidayatullah-Felisha Pasaribu have withdrawn from the World Championships following alleged match-fixing investigations involving several Indonesian players, the Indonesian Badminton Association confirmed.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has praised Malaysia's men's and women's doubles badminton pairs for their determined performances at the Taiwan Open, despite both finishing as runners-up in their respective finals.
Malaysian badminton player Lee Zii Jia credits physiotherapist Victoria Gao with inspiring him through a gruelling two-year injury recovery, revealing her words at last year's China Masters became his personal mantra during rehabilitation.
Clarissa San will make her Japan Open debut next week alongside Tang Jie, replacing injured Toh Ee Wei. The 20-year-old shuttler has been advised by her partner and coach to stay calm and enjoy the prestigious tournament.
National mixed doubles player Toh Ee Wei has successfully undergone anterior cruciate ligament surgery in Melbourne. The Badminton Association of Malaysia says she will now focus on rehabilitation with full organisational support.
Rising badminton star Noraqilah Maisarah Ramdan possesses exceptional talent but must develop strong character to sustain success, according to her mixed doubles coach Nova Widianto.
Former Malaysia No. 1 women's singles shuttler Soniia Cheah has resigned as KLBA sports director after just four months, citing concerns over matters not aligned with her principles.
Teenage badminton sensation Noraqilah Maisarah Ramdan and partner Low Zi Yu are taking a methodical approach to climbing the world rankings, targeting the top 50 before pursuing higher ambitions.