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The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Daikin Badminton Championship: 1,470 Matches, 10 Countries
THE Daikin International Badminton Championship 2025 concluded yesterday after four days of exciting competition that featured over 1,470 matches and showcased emerging badminton talent from across the region. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh officially closed the tournament, praising the significant scale of participation that brought young athletes from 10 countries to compete in Malaysia's premier youth badminton event. 'It is inspiring to see private sector players like Daikin stepping up to provide young talents with the platform and resources they need to grow,' Yeoh said during her closing address. 'This is the kind of partnership we need to shape the future of Malaysian sports.' Seventh year milestone for regional tournament The championship, now in its seventh consecutive year, has established itself as a major event in the regional youth badminton calendar. Beyond competitive play, organisers emphasised the tournament's role in fostering sportsmanship, resilience, and international friendship among young athletes. This year's edition introduced the new Daikin Cooling Zone, a dedicated rest area designed to help players recharge between matches - a feature reflecting the company's focus on athlete comfort and performance. Corporate commitment to youth development Lawrence Song, Managing Director of Daikin Malaysia Sales & Service Sdn Bhd, highlighted the company's broader vision extending beyond its core business operations. 'At Daikin, we are committed to more than just delivering world-class air solutions. We're here to build a better tomorrow through sports, community, and youth empowerment,' Song explained. 'This tournament reflects our belief in nurturing young talent and providing them with a platform to shine.' Strong community support The tournament received enthusiastic support from the badminton community, with parents, coaches, and sports enthusiasts praising both the event's organisation and positive atmosphere. Behind-the-scenes efforts by volunteers and match officials ensured smooth operations throughout the four-day competition period. The significant participation numbers - with over 1,470 matches across multiple age categories and disciplines - demonstrate the tournament's growing reputation as a premier platform for youth badminton development in Southeast Asia. Continuing legacy Daikin expressed gratitude to all participants, supporters, and partners, particularly acknowledging Yeoh's attendance and encouragement. The company reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to promoting youth development, sustainability, and healthy living as core corporate values. The tournament's success reinforces the important role private sector partnerships play in Malaysian sports development, providing young athletes with high-quality competitive opportunities that can help advance their sporting careers. As the badminton community looks ahead, the Daikin International Badminton Championship continues to serve as a vital stepping stone for the next generation of regional badminton stars.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Daikin International Badminton Championship Concludes with Over 1,470 Matches Showcasing Regional Youth Talent
THE Daikin International Badminton Championship 2025 concluded yesterday after four days of exciting competition that featured over 1,470 matches and showcased emerging badminton talent from across the region. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh officially closed the tournament, praising the significant scale of participation that brought young athletes from 10 countries to compete in Malaysia's premier youth badminton event. 'It is inspiring to see private sector players like Daikin stepping up to provide young talents with the platform and resources they need to grow,' Yeoh said during her closing address. 'This is the kind of partnership we need to shape the future of Malaysian sports.' Seventh year milestone for regional tournament The championship, now in its seventh consecutive year, has established itself as a major event in the regional youth badminton calendar. Beyond competitive play, organisers emphasised the tournament's role in fostering sportsmanship, resilience, and international friendship among young athletes. This year's edition introduced the new Daikin Cooling Zone, a dedicated rest area designed to help players recharge between matches - a feature reflecting the company's focus on athlete comfort and performance. Corporate commitment to youth development Lawrence Song, Managing Director of Daikin Malaysia Sales & Service Sdn Bhd, highlighted the company's broader vision extending beyond its core business operations. 'At Daikin, we are committed to more than just delivering world-class air solutions. We're here to build a better tomorrow through sports, community, and youth empowerment,' Song explained. 'This tournament reflects our belief in nurturing young talent and providing them with a platform to shine.' Strong community support The tournament received enthusiastic support from the badminton community, with parents, coaches, and sports enthusiasts praising both the event's organisation and positive atmosphere. Behind-the-scenes efforts by volunteers and match officials ensured smooth operations throughout the four-day competition period. The significant participation numbers - with over 1,470 matches across multiple age categories and disciplines - demonstrate the tournament's growing reputation as a premier platform for youth badminton development in Southeast Asia. Continuing legacy Daikin expressed gratitude to all participants, supporters, and partners, particularly acknowledging Yeoh's attendance and encouragement. The company reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to promoting youth development, sustainability, and healthy living as core corporate values. The tournament's success reinforces the important role private sector partnerships play in Malaysian sports development, providing young athletes with high-quality competitive opportunities that can help advance their sporting careers. As the badminton community looks ahead, the Daikin International Badminton Championship continues to serve as a vital stepping stone for the next generation of regional badminton stars.
The Sun
03-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘Better to stay with BAM', Chong Ming tells Pearly-Thinaah
'IT'S better to stay with the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) than to turn professional' and that was the advice from former national shuttler Chan Chong Ming to nationl top women's doubles pair Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah, who are currently considering their future with the national body. The former men's doubles player believes that remaining with BAM offers the duo significant advantages, particularly in terms of support services that independent players often lack. 'I think Pearly-Thinaah should stay (with BAM). If you stay with the association, you don't need to worry how to book air tickets, accommodation and injury issues as you have a support team,' he told reporters when met at the Daikin International Badminton Championship 2025, here, today. Also present was Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. Pearly-Thinaah have yet to sign a new contract with BAM following the expiry of their previous deal at the end of last year. Chong Ming, who now runs a badminton academy, said his experience coaching independent players shows that BAM still offers superior physical preparation resources. 'As a coach, we have experience in competition, like tactical, but in terms of strength and conditioning, we (professional coaches) aren't there yet (top level),' he said. While encouraging Pearly-Thinaah to focus on their current tournaments, Hannah hoped that the world number four pair to consider the benefits and long term commitments of staying within the national setup under the BAM. She cited the notable progress of national men's doubles pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik as an example of what structured support within BAM can provide. Aaron-Wooi Yik are in a sensational form, having won three titles since last April namely Badminton Asia Championships 2025, Thailand Open 2025 last month and Singapore Open 2025, last Sunday. In the meantime, Hannah, who was delighted with Aaron-Wooi Yik's recent performance, hopes the two-times Olympic Games bronze medallists can maintain their consistency under the tutelage of national men's doubles head coach, Herry Iman Pierngadi, who took up the role last February.
The Sun
03-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
LA28: Nothing to lose, Hannah hopes Zii Jia will join RTG
YOUTH and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has expressed hope that professional men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia will accept the offer to join the Road to Gold (RTG) programme in preparation for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles (LA28). Hannah said that she met with the Paris 2024 men's singles bronze medallist last week to discuss the benefits of the RTG initiative, particularly its expanded support for independent athletes. 'We do hope to offer the Road to Gold services to Zii Jia. I hope that he will say yes, because there is nothing to lose. 'The final decision lies with Zii Jia, and I am confident he will consider all factors,' she told reporters at the Daikin International Badminton Championship 2025 here today. Last April, the RTG Committee named Zii Jia, reigning Badminton Asia Championships men's doubles champions Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and 10 other badminton players for the RTG programme ahead of LA28. Zii Jia, ranked world number eight, had previously declined a spot in the RTG programme during the Paris 2024 cycle. The three non-badminton athletes listed in RTG for the LA28 cycle are track cyclists Muhammad Shah Firdaus Sahrom and Nurul Izzah Izzati Mohd Asri, along with weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan. Hannah said the final list of RTG members for LA28 is expected to be known by the end of June. She said that the timing is due to the athletes' busy travel schedules, as they are frequently away for tournaments. 'We want to gather all of them who have said yes, so that we have that signing together,' she said. LA28 is slated to be held from July 14 to 30, 2028.
The Sun
03-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Nothing to lose, Hannah hopes Zii Jia will join RTG
YOUTH and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has expressed hope that professional men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia will accept the offer to join the Road to Gold (RTG) programme in preparation for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles (LA28). Hannah said that she met with the Paris 2024 men's singles bronze medallist last week to discuss the benefits of the RTG initiative, particularly its expanded support for independent athletes. 'We do hope to offer the Road to Gold services to Zii Jia. I hope that he will say yes, because there is nothing to lose. 'The final decision lies with Zii Jia, and I am confident he will consider all factors,' she told reporters at the Daikin International Badminton Championship 2025 here today. Last April, the RTG Committee named Zii Jia, reigning Badminton Asia Championships men's doubles champions Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and 10 other badminton players for the RTG programme ahead of LA28. Zii Jia, ranked world number eight, had previously declined a spot in the RTG programme during the Paris 2024 cycle. The three non-badminton athletes listed in RTG for the LA28 cycle are track cyclists Muhammad Shah Firdaus Sahrom and Nurul Izzah Izzati Mohd Asri, along with weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan. Hannah said the final list of RTG members for LA28 is expected to be known by the end of June. She said that the timing is due to the athletes' busy travel schedules, as they are frequently away for tournaments. 'We want to gather all of them who have said yes, so that we have that signing together,' she said. LA28 is slated to be held from July 14 to 30, 2028.
