- NSTP FILE PICKUALA LUMPUR: There was a time when the Malaysia Open men's singles crown almost felt destined to stay at home. For Datuk Foo Kok Keong, those memories remain vivid. Since Chong Wei's last triumph in 2018, Malaysia have not only failed to win the men's singles title. Kok Keong, who's a member of the 1992 Thomas Cup winning squad, admits the contrast is hard to ignore. Yet Kok Keong believes the Malaysia Open environment should still ignite something deeper.

Source: New Strait Times January 02, 2026 08:46 UTC