KUALA LUMPUR: The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) is gearing up for its presidential election in May and has selected Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz as its frontrunner for the coveted position.

In a significant council meeting held on March 25, BAM members reached a unanimous decision to nominate Tengku Zafrul, highlighting strong support for his leadership within the association. This move is seen as a strategic step towards fostering new growth and development in Malaysia's badminton scene, especially as the country looks to enhance its performance on the international stage.

Tengku Zafrul, who has previously held prominent positions in both sports administration and government, brings a wealth of experience to the role. His leadership is anticipated to bring innovative approaches and renewed enthusiasm to BAM, positioning Malaysia as a formidable competitor in global badminton.

As the nation approaches the upcoming election, discussions around the strategic direction BAM should take will likely intensify, with many eyes on how Tengku Zafrul plans to steer Malaysian badminton into a new era of success. Will he be the catalyst for a golden age in Malaysian badminton? Only time will tell!