TL;DR:
- The Haier Cup 2025 badminton tournament has concluded, attracting over 1,300 amateur shuttlers nationwide.
- The newly introduced Haier Cup Junior 2025 saw participation from over 500 young players aged 7 to 21.
- Grand Finals winners from Kuching, Johor Bahru, Penang, and Kuala Lumpur won a share of RM60,000 in cash and products.
- These champions will represent Malaysia at the upcoming Haier Cup regional stage in Bali in October, competing against players from Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
- The tournament, now in its third year, reinforces Haier’s commitment to promoting healthy, active lifestyles and nurturing young badminton talent.
After three months of intense competition, the Haier Cup 2025 has officially wrapped up, uniting over 1,300 amateur badminton enthusiasts from across the country. The tournament, which saw a significant increase in participation, culminated in a series of thrilling final matches, setting the stage for the highly anticipated regional showdown in Bali.
Nurturing the Next Generation of Champions
This year marked a historic moment for the tournament with the introduction of the Haier Cup Junior 2025. The new category attracted over 500 enthusiastic young shuttlers, some as young as seven years old, demonstrating a strong commitment to cultivating future Malaysian badminton stars.
“This initiative is especially close to our hearts, as it aims to inspire and nurture young talent, giving them the opportunity to develop their skills, build confidence, and foster a lifelong passion for sports,” said Julian Thean, Haier Malaysia Brand Marketing Assistant Director.
Winners Head to Bali to Defend National Pride
Champions from the main categories—Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles—will now carry the Malaysian flag to Bali in October. They will face off against top contenders from Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, aiming to defend Malaysia’s regional crown from last year’s event. The winners took home a share of RM60,000 in cash and Haier products.
Here are the champions from the main categories:
- Men’s Singles: Mah Yan Quan (Johor Bahru)
- Men’s Doubles: Ng Jia Jun & Tee Shun Xing (Johor Bahru)
- Women’s Doubles: Soong Ru Hui & Tan Chew Ping (Penang)
- Mixed Doubles: Chong Chun Hou & Elaine Ng Mun Yee (Kuala Lumpur)
The Haier Cup Junior also saw fierce competition, with winners crowned across various age groups. A full list of all winners is available on the official Haier Cup 2025 website.
The tournament’s success is a testament to the power of sport to unite communities and is a key part of Haier’s ongoing commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle.
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