Malaysia’s Badminton Coach: “Not Satisfied Despite Successful Season, Eyeing Late 2025 Surge”
Record-breaking Season, But Coach Herry Wants More
PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA – Coach Herry Iman Pierngadi is not one to rest on laurels. In a season that has seen Malaysia’s men’s doubles department reach unprecedented heights, the Indonesian coach is still not content. Despite numerous title wins and impressive performances, Herry’s eyes are firmly set on the final months of 2025.
Withdrawing Top Pairs for Late-Season Push
As the season winds down, with only the Korean Masters, Kumamoto Masters, Australian Open, SEA Games, and World Tour Finals remaining, Herry has decided to withdraw top pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik from the Kumamoto Masters and Australian Open. The duo, who have already secured wins at the Asian Championships, Thailand Open, and Singapore Open, will instead focus on the SEA Games and World Tour Finals in December.
Yes, we’ve won several titles and there have been improvements, but I’m still not content.– Coach Herry Iman Pierngadi
Emerging Pairs Shine Amidst Elite Progress
- Aaron Chia & Soh Wooi Yik: Asian Champs, Thailand Open, Singapore Open winners
- Man Wei Chong & Tee Kai Wun: Malaysian Masters champs, World Tour Finals contenders
- Wan Arif Wan Junaidi & Yap Roy King
- Choong Hon Jian & Mohd Haikal Nazri
Nurturing Future Stars Through TID Program
While pushing for higher standards among the elite pairs, Herry is also keeping an eye on the next generation. He played an active role in the Talent Identification Programme (TID) organized by the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM), where he spotted several promising young talents aged 14-16.
I saw potential in about four to six players – they looked promising.– Coach Herry Iman Pierngadi
Herry sees maintaining a continuous pipeline of talent as crucial for sustained success: “We need to keep regenerating players for the future. That’s the best way to move forward.”
Did you know?
Malaysia’s men’s doubles shuttlers have won a total of 8 BWF World Tour titles in 2025, with more to come as the season reaches its climax.
Pro tips from Coach Herry:
- Continuous improvement is key to sustained success.
- Nurture young talents and keep the pipeline flowing for future generations.
- Focus on major events and make every match count.
FAQs
Which pairs are likely to be promoted to the junior squad?
Coach Herry has spotted potential in about four to six players from the TID program and will finalize the list soon.
How many BWF World Tour titles have Malaysian men’s doubles pairs won in 2025?
They have won a total of 8 titles this year.
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