Aaron-Soh skip Japan Open, but aim to work harder after short break

Practical and sensible: Aaron Chia (left) and Soh Wooi Yik vow to remain humble and learn from the struggles that shape them into world champions. — AP

PETALING JAYA: Don’t expect another great run in Japan from world champions Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik this week.

The duo have withdrawn from the tournament after sensationally dumping three-time world champions Mohammad Ahsan-Hendra Setiawan of Indonesia en route to becoming Malaysia’s first winners in the world meet after 45 years.