Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik Seek Revenge Against Japanese Pair at Sudirman Cup

Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik Determined to Avenge Bitter Loss at Sudirman Cup

Malaysian men’s doubles stars Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik are eager for redemption after a heart-wrenching loss to Japan’s Takuro Hoki/Yugo Kobayashi that halted Malaysia’s progress to the Sudirman Cup 2025 semifinals.

Malaysia Missed a Crucial Opportunity

The match had reached a pivotal moment when Chia/Soh led 20-18 in the decisive third game. With the team tie score at 2-1 in favor of Malaysia, a win from Chia/Soh would have secured a historic semifinal berth.

However, crucial errors at the front court proved decisive. The Malaysian pair fell short, losing 21-12, 20-22, 21-23, allowing Japan to level the tie and eventually clinch the semifinal spot.

Disappointing Record Against Japanese Rivals

This latest defeat further compounds their struggles against the Japanese duo. Out of 11 encounters, Chia/Soh have only won twice — a statistic they are desperate to improve in future showdowns.