Malaysia’s Thomas and Uber Cup squads are focused and in high spirits after a dedicated training camp in Denmark, says captain Aaron Chia
KUALA LUMPUR: National men’s doubles star Aaron Chia has praised the coaching staff’s decision to hold a pre-tournament training camp abroad. The Thomas Cup team captain said the camp in Herning, Denmark, has greatly aided preparations for the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cup Finals.
Chia explained that the setup allows players to focus solely on their training. He said logistical support, including prepared meals and transport, has been invaluable for the squad’s morale.
“Here we don’t need to think much as food is prepared, all transport is available so we’re more focused and in high spirits to train,” Chia said. He added that having support chef staff and dedicated sparring partners has removed all off-court distractions.
National team manager Datuk Chong Juing Chain confirmed all players are in peak condition. He stated the team is in high spirits after two days of centralised training at the camp.
The Malaysian Thomas Cup team features singles players Lee Zii Jia, Leong Jun Hao, Justin Hoh and Aidil Sholeh Ali Sadikin. The doubles challenge will be led by Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, supported by Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun and Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Mohd Rumsani.
Malaysia’s Uber Cup squad comprises singles players K Letshanaa, Wong Ling Ching, Siti Zulaikha Azmi and Goh Jin Wei. The women’s doubles pairs are Thinaah Muralitharan-Chong Jie Yu, Ong Xin Yee-Carmen Ting, and Low Zi Yu-Noraqilah Maisarah.
The prestigious team championships will be held in Horsens, Denmark from April 24 to May 3.
