Soniia Cheah. -filepic
PETALING JAYA: The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) has decided to part ways with senior players Soniia Cheah (women s singles); Goh Soon Huat, Shevon Lai and Lai Pei Jing (mixed doubles); and Vivian Hoo (women s doubles).
BAM said that the decision was taken following meticulous and detailed assessment after the Asian legs of the BWF World Tour campaign in Bangkok in January. A thorough performance review of our national players was conducted. The entirety of BAM gives sincere thanks to these players for their commitment, dedication and immense contribution to the country over the years, it said in a statement on Sunday (Feb 7).
BADMINTON: Pornpawee Chochuwong stunned Ratchanok Intanon to begin her HSBC BWF World Tour Finals campaign with a tough three-game victory at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, last night (Jan 27).