Malaysian Badminton Duo Ends 17-Year Title Drought at Singapore Open

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – June 2, 2025 – Malaysian badminton stars Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik have ended a 17-year title drought by winning the men's doubles at the Singapore Open. Their victory over South Korea's Kim Won-ho and Seo Seung-jae was hard-fought, culminating in a 15-21, 21-18, 21-19 scoreline after a tense 65-minute match. "It's an incredible feeling," said Chia in a post-match interview. "To end this drought and bring the title back to Malaysia is a dream come true." The win also brought a substantial cash prize of $74,000 for the champions and $35,148 for the runners-up. This victory signifies a resurgence for Malaysian badminton and promises exciting prospects for future competitions.