KUALA LUMPUR: Former world No. 1 Datuk Lee Chong Wei has praised the junior doubles pair of Aaron Tai-Kang Khai Xing for winning the World Junior Championships (WJC) title.
Chong Wei, 41, commended the duo for their fighting spirit and perseverance.
"Your dedication and never-give-up attitude has paid off. The future of Malaysian badminton looks brighter than ever with talents like you both," said Chong Wei in a Facebook post today.
"Remember, this is just the beginning. Keep pushing your limits, keep chasing greatness and never stop believing in yourselves. The world is watching and trust me, you've got what it takes to conquer it."
Yesterday, Malaysia finally reclaimed its place atop the podium in the boys' doubles category after 13 years at the WJC 2024 in Nanchang, China, thanks to a sensational victory from Aaron-Khai Xing.
The top seeds were crowned as the new champions after surviving a thrilling rubber set battle that lasted 65 minutes against home favourites and second seeds, Hu Ke Yuan-Lin Xiang Yi, at the Nanchang International Sports Centre.
Nelson Heng-Teo Ee Yi were the last Malaysian junior doubles pair to win the title during the 2011 edition.