KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian badminton fans are once again left disheartened as the 18-year wait for a men’s doubles title at the prestigious All-England Championship continues. Top contenders Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik, along with Ong Yew Sin and Teo Ee Yi, faced early elimination in the tournament.

In a heartbreaking first-round match, Aaron Chia fought valiantly despite battling a right-hand injury. He partnered with Wooi Yik in a nail-biting clash against Denmark's Rasmus Kjaer and Frederik Sogaard. After two hours of intense rallies, the duo ultimately fell short with a scoreline of 16-21, 21-16, 18-21, marking a disappointing exit from the competition.

This defeat adds to Malaysia's struggles in the men's doubles event, with hopes now resting on the shoulders of upcoming players in future tournaments. As the All-England Championship concludes, fans are left wondering if 2024 will be the year the drought ends. Can Malaysia's badminton stars rise again and claim the elusive title? The nation will be watching closely as new talent emerges and the veterans continue to battle for glory.