Herry says he was 'just having a meal' with Ahsan
KUALA LUMPUR: Herry IP was seen talking to men's doubles legend Mohammad Ahsan in Kuala Lumpur recently.
And this has sparked speculation among badminton fans that Ahsan, a three-time world champion, could be joining BAM as a coach.
However, national men's doubles head coach Herry has dismissed the speculation.
Herry — who had coached Ahsan during his time with the Indonesian national team — clarified that the latter was in town for a promotional event and met with him over a meal.
"It was just a casual meeting. He is my protege and wanted to have a meal together to catch up, that's all," said Herry today.
"It had nothing to do with badminton or anything official."
Herry is preparing the national men's doubles players for the Japan Open (July 15–20) and China Open (July 22–27).
Herry has set a bold target for his charges — to return home with at least one title from either tournament.
"I hope one of our pairs can win a title. That's my target. I want to deliver a title for Malaysia from one of these two tournaments."
World No. 2 Aaron Chia-Soh Woi Yik have won three titles this season while world No. 7 Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun have won two.
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