KUALA LUMPUR: After initiating a breakup with his doubles partner Choong Hon Jian, shuttler Haikal Nazri is embracing a "pressure-free" start with new partner Bryan Jeremy Goonting. Haikal and Hon Jian attained a career high world ranking of world No. Haikal, 24, said the fresh partnerships offers both he and Hon Jian a chance to rebuild from scratch. Haikal revealed that the decision to end his partnership with Hon Jian was initiated by himself after discussions with national men's doubles head coach Herry IP. It affected our rhythm, so I felt it was the right time for a change and to start over."

Source: New Strait Times April 05, 2026 09:51 UTC