Kuala Lumpur: Badminton news from the personal front – Malaysia’s top men’s doubles shuttler Ong Yew Sin and Japan’s former women’s singles ace Aya Ohori have officially announced their engagement, melting hearts across the badminton world.
Ong, 30, and Ohori, 28, had previously sparked relationship rumors during the Indonesian Badminton League, where fans noticed their sweet interactions. Those whispers grew louder when Ohori made an appearance at a Chinese New Year gathering with Malaysian badminton independents earlier this year.
Today, Ong confirmed the news through a heartfelt social media post, sharing a series of engagement photos along with the caption:
“She said YES! We are overjoyed to share this wonderful news with everyone.”
He continued:
“Different nationalities, different cultures, different lifestyles—through the years, we’ve learned to accept and understand one another (though we still argue, of course). From this day forward, we’ll walk through life together.”
The announcement sent waves through the badminton community, with warm wishes pouring in from fellow shuttlers. World No. 1 Tai Tzu Ying was among the first to “like” the post, while Olympic gold medalist Lee Yang commented, “Congratulations, brother!” Other well-wishers included Aaron Chia, Lai Pei Jing, Chan Peng Soon, Loh Kean Yew, and Woon Khe Wei.
Even badminton legend Lee Chong Wei extended his congratulations, alongside Malaysia’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Hannah Yeoh.
Later Thursday, Ong also took to his social media accounts to dispel the inevitable rumors, as he shared a cheeky Instagram Story showing himself and Ohori shaking their heads at the camera with the caption:
“Breaking news: Aya Ohori is NOT pregnant. Thank you.”
The couple’s cross-national relationship had been the talk of the badminton scene for some time, and this joyful announcement brought those whispers to a beautiful conclusion. Although Ohori officially retired in late 2024, she remains a beloved figure in Japan’s badminton circles, while Ong continues to be a vital force in Malaysia’s doubles lineup.
This engagement marks not just a personal milestone for the couple, but also a romantic highlight in the world of international badminton—a story of love that transcends borders, court lines, and cultural differences. 💍🏸
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