SINGAPORE, June 27, 2025 – Malaysia’s Olympic bronze medalists Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik delivered a powerful performance to eliminate fellow countrymen Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun, avenging last week’s defeat in the Malaysia Masters final. The world No. 3 pair triumphed 22-20, 21-17 in just 33 minutes at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
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Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik vs. Tee Kai Wun/Man Wei Chong – 2025 Singapore Open QF
A Tactical Masterclass by the Malaysian Duo
Soh Wooi Yik attributed the win to their solid preparation and mutual familiarity:
“We’re all part of the same national setup, so we know each other’s style well. But today, we were just more composed and consistent,” he told BWF.
After clinching a tense opening set, the pair gained momentum and maintained control to seal the match in straight games.
Aaron Chia added:
“The first set was crucial. Winning it gave us confidence to keep the focus in the second.”
The pair now celebrates four consecutive semifinal appearances this year: at the Badminton Asia Championships (Ningbo), Thailand Open, Malaysia Masters, and now the Singapore Open—a clear indicator of their rising form.
From Redemption to Rivalry: Semifinal Against Satwik–Chirag
Next, they will face India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who defeated Malaysia’s Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin 21-17, 21-15 in the quarterfinals. Despite a recent loss to the Malaysians, the Indian duo showed sharp form, reclaiming momentum after injury setbacks.
Soh Wooi Yik commented on the matchup:
“They’re unpredictable right now, especially post-injury. But we’re preparing for everything.”
Goh Sze Fei–Nur Izzuddin Exit Despite World No. 1 Ranking
Just days after reaching World No. 1, Goh Sze Fei–Nur Izzuddin Rumsani suffered a second consecutive quarterfinal exit, falling short against the Indian duo. They couldn’t find their rhythm, succumbing in 39 minutes—a disappointing result after their recent career-high ranking achievement.
Mixed Doubles Setback for Goh Soon Huat–Shevon Lai
Top seeds Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Lai Jemie fell to Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran in a 64-minute battle: 21-19, 20-22, 17-21. Despite the loss, the Malaysian pair sees this as a step forward in their goal to regain consistency this season.
Women’s Singles Shock: Chen Yu Fei Ends An Se Young’s Unbeaten Streak
China’s Chen Yu Fei delivered one of the biggest upsets of the tournament, defeating Korea’s World No. 1 An Se Young 21-13, 21-16—handing the Korean her first loss of the year after a 27-match winning streak.
Chen expressed her excitement post-match:
“It was such a powerful moment. An is incredibly solid, but I stayed focused and adapted. This win is a huge confidence boost—for me and for China’s women’s singles.”
As the Singapore Open 2025 heats up, Malaysia’s top pairs are proving they belong among the elite. Aaron-Wooi Yik’s consistent resurgence and Chen Yu Fei’s strong form headline a thrilling day in the world of badminton.
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