KUALA LUMPUR: Renewed backing for men's pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik from BAM in the form of a new contract following the ending of the Paris Olympics.
And the grateful pair are boosted in their pursuit of a gold medal at the 2028
Los Angeles Olympics.
Aaron-Wooi Yik will be in their early 30s by then, but they are confident that the solid support from BAM will go a long way in helping them win Olympic gold.
Yesterday, the pair, who won bronze medals at the Paris 2024 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics, signed a contract extension with BAM until LA 2028.
Wooi Yik expressed his excitement about continuing their journey with BAM, and he is looking forward to LA 2028.
"We share the same goal, to compete in Los Angeles. We are grateful that BAM still trusts us, and of course, Tan Sri (Norza Zakaria) also believes that we can achieve it," said Wooi Yik after the BAM incentive presentation ceremony yesterday.
"We want to remain with BAM, and it's the best decision for us. We're happy that BAM continues to appreciate us, even though we're not as young anymore, and we will fight for BAM and the country."
At the event, Aaron and Wooi Yik each received RM125,000, which was double the amount that they got after the Tokyo Olympics. The coaching team and support staff collectively received RM60,000.
On Thursday, Aaron and Wooi Yik each received a RM123,800 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro SUV from Chery Malaysia, along with RM100,000 each under the National Sports Incentive Scheme.
Aaron expressed his gratitude to BAM and Norza for their unwavering support, both on and off the court.
"Thank you, BAM, for helping and supporting us. Thank you to Tan Sri for guiding us through various challenges over the past few years," said Wooi Yik.
"He has provided full support throughout, even during our ups and downs. He has given us unconditional support, never giving up on us, and always believing in our abilities.
"We greatly appreciate what Tan Sri and BAM have done for us. We will keep fighting until LA 2028."