Praises from the highest places pour in

PETALING JAYA: Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik’s feat have received congratulatory messages from several prominent personalities. Here are some comments posted on social media.

Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik’s success proves that Malaysia can produce world class athletes. It also shows that with great fighting spirit, commitment and strong effort, Malaysians can compete on the world stage. – Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah.

History has been made for Malaysian badminton! Congratulations, Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik, for being the first national badminton players to win the World Championships. This is a meaningful gift for the nation, in conjunction with national day 2022. – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

Congratulations, Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, for winning the World Championships! When there is a spirit of togetherness, then it is not impossible to achieve success. – Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu.

Congratulations to Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik on becoming the new world champions! – Diving queen Datuk Pandelela Rinong.

The 45-year wait for our first badminton world championships title is over! Remember this name – Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik – Malaysia’s first-ever badminton world champions! Syabas guys! You guys prove that Malaysia Boleh! – National Sports Institute (NSI) CEO Ahmad Faedzal Md Ramli.

Time and time again, we see how sports can unite a nation. What a match! Well deserved win, Aaron Chia & Soh Wooi Yik! WORLD CHAMPIONS! – Squash player Low Wee Wern.