The Malaysian men’s doubles pair of Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik are building momentum after a strong showing at the All England Open, continuing their success with a recent victory in Basel. This win underscores their growing consistency and positions them as strong contenders on the international badminton circuit.
The duo’s performance in Basel comes on the heels of a promising run at the All England Open, where they’ve consistently appeared in recent years. Their ability to translate that experience into victories elsewhere is a key indicator of their development as a top-tier doubles team. The pair are currently ranked 2nd in the world with their partner Aaron Chia, as of January 13, 2026, according to the Badminton World Federation (BWF) profile.
Recent Successes and Key Wins
Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik recently captured their maiden Singapore Open title in a thrilling comeback, demonstrating their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) highlighted this achievement as a significant milestone for the pair. Prior to that, they ended an 18-year wait for Malaysia at the Badminton Asia Championships, securing their first title in that competition on April 13, 2025.
Their impressive medal haul includes bronze medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2024 Paris Olympics, as well as World Championship titles in 2022 (Tokyo) and 2023 (Copenhagen). They also secured gold at the Sudirman Cup in 2021 (Vantaa) and 2023 (Suzhou), and at the Thomas Cup in 2024 (Chengdu). They have achieved success at the Commonwealth Games, winning mixed team and men’s doubles medals in 2022 (Birmingham), and at the Asian Games, securing a men’s doubles medal in 2022 (Hangzhou). They are also Asian Champions, winning titles in 2025 (Ningbo) and 2024 (Ningbo).
All England Aspirations
As reported by The Star, the All England Open remains a primary goal for Chia, and Soh. They have reached the final twice previously, in 2019 and 2022, but were unable to secure the title. This year, seeded second, they opened their campaign against Americans Chen Zhi Yi and Presley Smith. The pair acknowledge the tournament’s significance, not only as the oldest in badminton but also as a deeply personal stage where they’ve come close to ending Malaysia’s long wait for a men’s doubles crown.
“All-England is always a special tournament for us,” Aaron Chia stated. “We’ve been in the final before, but never lifted the trophy. This year, we hope to fulfil that dream.” Wooi Yik echoed this sentiment, emphasizing their dedication to training and consistent performance.
Looking Ahead
With continued success in Basel and a clear focus on the All England Open, Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik are demonstrating their potential to turn into a dominant force in men’s doubles badminton. Their recent achievements and unwavering determination suggest they are well-positioned to contend for major titles in the coming seasons. The pair, coached by Rexy Mainaky and Herry Iman Pierngadi, will continue to refine their game and pursue their goal of securing more victories on the international stage.
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