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Ng Tze Yong

Leong Aims to Prove His No. 1 BAM Ranking Amidst Challenges
Men’s singles player Leong Jun Hao understands the dedication required to advance and overcome obstacles within the national team, having been a member for seven years.
He emphasizes that sustaining a spot on the team is ultimately up to the player. “Coaches will assist, but you have to navigate the tough times on your own. Everyone must strive to demonstrate their ability to remain in the national team and improve,” says Jun Hao. “In the end, it all hinges on the player.”
As one of the longest-serving singles players, Jun Hao has worked hard to attain the No. 1 position in the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM). “The results show my progress, and I hope to continue getting better.”
Jun Hao first showcased his potential by winning the 2017 Asian Junior Championships, but injuries delayed his rise through the ranks. The 25-year-old persevered, maintaining his place in BAM, and his determination has led him to the world No. 29 ranking, surpassing the injured Ng Tze Yong, who is now at No. 32 due to a recurring back issue this year.
Alongside Jun Hao and Tze Yong, BAM retains Justin Hoh and Eogene Ewe in the senior team, while Jacky Kok, Ong Zhen Yi, Chua Kim Sheng, and Lee Jan Jireh have been dropped.
Jun Hao credits his coaches, Hendrawan and Datuk Tey Seu Bock, for his success. “I want to thank coach Hendrawan and coach Seu Bock for helping me reach this point. I have worked with them for several years, and they’ve guided me well. I’ve learned a lot from them.”
Hendrawan is set to depart BAM at the end of the month after 15 years, while Seu Bock will transition to the junior team. Former women’s singles coach K. Yogendran has been appointed to the men’s singles team, alongside Alvin Chew, who has been with the junior team.
Regarding these transitions, Jun Hao comments, “We must accept these changes since they’re beyond our control. We need to collaborate with the new coaches and strive to become stronger. I’ve worked with Yogendran briefly before; every coach has unique strengths, and we need time to adjust to their training approaches.”
Jun Hao aims to conclude his year on a high note by performing well in his upcoming tournaments, starting with the Arctic Open in Vantaa, Finland, where he faces a tough opening match against Hong Kong’s world No. 16 Lee Cheuk Yiu.
Leong Jun Hao
October 9, 2024
Arctic Open Title Defense a Tough Task for Lee Zii Jia in Finland
Lee Zii Jia is set to defend his Arctic Open title, but the men’s singles player faces a challenging path in the tournament starting today.
After winning a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, Zii Jia finds himself in a tough section of the draw. His competition includes world No. 3 Anders Antonsen from Denmark, world No. 9 Anthony Ginting from Indonesia, and world No. 10 Chou Tien-chen from Taiwan.
In the opening round, Zii Jia will face world No. 27 Christo Popov from France. Although a tough opponent, Zii Jia has beaten him once before at the 2022 German Open, giving him a slight advantage.
If Zii Jia wins the first match, his likely second-round opponent will be China’s rising star, world No. 22 Lei Lanxi. He could then meet Anthony Ginting, Lu Guangzu, or Koki Watanabe in the quarterfinals.
Last year, Zii Jia won the Arctic Open by defeating fellow Malaysian Ng Tze Yong. Another Malaysian, Leong Jun Hao, will begin his campaign today against Hong Kong’s Lee Cheuk Yiu. Jun Hao is hoping for a better outcome after a tight three-game loss to Cheuk Yiu in the Hong Kong Open last month, where he led in the deciding game but couldn’t seal the victory.
In men’s doubles, Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik return after Wooi Yik recovered from a toe injury that kept them out since their bronze win in Paris. They will face China’s world No. 21 pair Chen Boyang and Liu Yi in the first round.
Other Malaysian men’s doubles teams participating include Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun, Ong Yew Sin-Teo Ee Yi, and Yap Roy King-Wan Arif Wan Junaidi.
In the women’s doubles, Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah, who recently won the Hong Kong Open, will be the only Malaysian representatives.
Lee Zii Jia
October 9, 2024
Justin Battles Gemke in a Thrilling Match at Hong Kong Open, Then Bows Out
Malaysian men’s singles player Justin Hoh (pictured) fought valiantly in his first-round match against Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke at the Hong Kong Open yesterday, but was ultimately eliminated.
Justin, whose world ranking recently climbed to No. 57, did not make it easy for the world No. 26 Gemke. The match at the Hong Kong Coliseum stretched for an hour and 10 minutes, with Justin eventually falling 7-21, 23-21, 18-21.
This marked the second time the 20-year-old Justin has faced Gemke, with both encounters ending in defeats. Their clash in the Thomas Cup group stage earlier this year was also a marathon, lasting 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Justin’s ranking has risen rapidly after reaching the quarterfinals of the Super 300 Taiwan Open on the World Tour recently.
Also exiting in the first round was Ng Tze Yong, who lost 19-21, 10-21 to France’s Christo Popov.
In mixed doubles, Goh Soon Huat and Lai Shevon Jemie advanced to the second round after a swift 27-minute victory, defeating South Korea’s Ko Sung Hyun and Eom Hye Won 21-11, 21-14.
The Malaysian pair, ranked No. 12 in the world, will face India’s Sumit Reddy and Sikki Reddy in today’s second round.
Joining them in the mixed doubles bracket are Hoo Pang Ron and Cheng Su Yin, who beat Singapore’s Terry Hee and Jessica Tan 21-17, 21-16, while Yap Roy King and Valeree Siow also progressed with a 21-11, 21-16 win over Hong Kong’s Deng Chi Fai and Leung Yuet Yee.
However, veteran mixed doubles pair Chan Peng Soon and Lai Pei Jing were eliminated after a 21-18, 14-21, 11-21 loss to China’s Cheng Xingzhang and Zhang Xingzhang.
In men’s doubles, national players Lin Zhi Jian and Wong Tien Ci came from behind to defeat Taiwan’s Liu Kuan Heng and Yang Po Han 13-21, 21-14, 21-16.
They will face third-seeded Korean duo Kang Min Hyuk and Seo Seung Jae, who defeated Malaysia’s Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani 21-12, 21-17. Women’s singles player Goh Jin Wei also ended her campaign in the first round, losing 7-21, 22-24 to South Korea’s Kim Ga Eun.
HOH Justin
September 12, 2024
Justin Hoh 11-Spot Ranking Rise a Boost Ahead of Tough Denmark Test
Justin Hoh, a men’s singles badminton player, received a timely boost ahead of his first-round match against Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke at today’s Hong Kong Open, as he climbed 11 places in the latest world rankings to reach No. 57.
Justin’s jump in the rankings is well-deserved after reaching his first-ever World Tour Super 300 quarterfinals at the recent Taiwan Open.
The 20-year-old is now closer to his career-high ranking of No. 48, which he achieved last year before an Achilles injury severely hindered his progress.
Justin recovered from his injury last November after an 8-month break but struggled with foot and knee issues until March when he fully regained fitness.
The young player’s ranking had dropped to No. 233 after his injury, but his hard work and determination have helped him steadily climb back up to his current position.
In May, Justin won the Slovenia Open and then the Saipan International in July, finishing as runner-up at the Northern Mariana Open.
He also earned a bronze medal at the Thomas Cup Finals in Chengdu in May with his teammates, and a month later, he made it to the quarterfinals of the Super 100 Taiwan Masters.
Justin will make his debut at a Super 500 event in Hong Kong, facing a tough challenge against Denmark’s world No. 26, Rasmus Gemke.
Despite a valiant effort, Justin ultimately lost 13-21, 21-19, 13-21 to Gemke, whom he had previously faced in the Thomas Cup group stage.
Meanwhile, independent player Lee Zii Jia also saw a ranking boost, climbing one spot to world No. 3.
The Paris Olympics bronze medalist replaced Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie, who fell to No. 7.
The 26-year-old will miss the Hong Kong tournament but is expected to return for the China Open from September 17 to 22.
Leong Jun Hao remains at No. 29 and will make his Hong Kong debut today against local qualifier Chan Yin Chak, while independent player Ng Tze Yong jumped from No. 65 to No. 61 and will face France’s world No. 28, Christo Popov.
HOH Justin
September 11, 2024
Ng Tze Yong
Character Introduction
Ng Tze Yong (May 16, 2000) is a Malaysian male badminton player.
Ng Tze Yong was born in Johor and started playing badminton at the age of four under his father’s influence, joining the Bukit Jalil Sports School at the age of 12.
In September 2019, Wong played in the South Australian Badminton International and won the South Australian Badminton International Men’s Singles title and his first international title in the final against Lee Hyun-Il of South Korea, taking the first set 25-23 and leading 5-1 in the second set when his opponent Lee Hyun-Il forfeited.
Helped Malaysia win the mixed team gold medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games badminton tournament by defeating India’s men’s singles player Srikanth.
World Ranking – Men’s Singles 19, Week 30, 2024
Olympic Points – Men’s Singles 18, 58735 points
Finals Ranking – Men’s Singles 105, 3000 points

Equipment Used
ASTROX 99 Sapphire Navy; ASTROX 77 PRO; ASTROX 99; BG66 ULTIMAX; SHB65Z3KME; SHB65Z3 new color; JETSPEED S 10; SHB65Z3 C-90; JETSPEED S 12 M; 10543
Major Achievements
- Men’s Badminton Asia Championships 2024 Runner-up
- 2023 French Open Badminton Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
- 2023 Arctic Badminton Open Men’s Singles 1st Runner-up
- 2023 Hong Kong Badminton Open Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
- 2022 Bahrain Badminton International Challenge Men’s Singles Champion
- 2022 Australian Badminton Open Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
- 2022 Commonwealth Games Badminton Men’s Singles Silver Medalist
- 2022 Commonwealth Games Badminton Mixed Team Gold Medal
- 2022 Asian Badminton Team Championships Men’s Team Champion
- 2022 India Open Badminton Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
- 2021 Scottish Badminton Open Men’s Singles Champion
- 2021 Belgium Badminton International Men’s Singles Champion
- 2021 Sudirman Cup Mixed Team 3rd Runner-up
- 2021 Poland Badminton Open Men’s Singles Champion
- 2020 Badminton Asia Championships Men’s Team Runner-up
- Men’s Singles Champion of South Australia Badminton International 2019
- 2017 World Junior Badminton Championships Mixed Team Runner-up
- 2017 Asian Youth Badminton Championships Men’s Doubles 3rd Runner-up
- 2017 Asian Youth Badminton Championships Mixed Team 3rd Runner-up
July 26, 2024