Malaysia Secures All-Malaysian Final at Korea Masters in Men's Doubles

In a thrilling semifinal at the 2026 Korea Masters, Malaysia's Man Wei Chong and Soh Wooi Yik overcame Japan's Haruki Kawabe and Kenta Matsukawa to secure their spot in the final. The match saw the Malaysian duo rally from behind, winning 18-21, 22-20, 21-18 after a fiercely contested battle.

Tee Kai Wun and Yap Roy King will join them in the final after their Japanese opponents, Shuji Sawada and Daigo Tanioka, withdrew, giving them a walkover. Tee and Yap had previously showcased their strength by defeating fellow Malaysians Aaron Chia and Aaron Tai with a score of 21-12, 21-15 in the quarterfinals.

The final will be a significant moment for both pairs, marking the first time Man and Soh will compete for a title together since being paired. Their recent performances indicate a promising partnership, with Man's offensive skills complementing Soh's defensive expertise. Meanwhile, Tee and Yap are also eager to clinch their first title as a duo.

This all-Malaysian final highlights the progress of Malaysia's men's doubles teams under the guidance of national coach Herry Iman Pierngadi, showcasing the potential of the newly formed partnerships. Regardless of the outcome, Malaysia is guaranteed to celebrate a champion in men's doubles at this tournament.