KUALA LUMPUR – Despite scheduled dry runs and road closures ahead of the 2025 Asean Summit from May 23 to 28, the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) has assured that the ongoing Super 500 Malaysia Masters will proceed without disruption.
Speaking to Scoop today, BAM deputy president and tournament chairman Datuk V. Subramaniam said the national body has been working closely with the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) to ensure smooth transportation for players between their hotel and the Axiata Arena.
BAM has also advised fans to plan their journeys in advance and to consider using public transport where possible.
“The Asean Summit is a major event for our country, with many international dignitaries visiting. We understand the government’s decision to implement these road closures to ensure everything runs smoothly.
“However, the Malaysia Masters is also an international tournament. We’ve been in close communication with PDRM and have made special arrangements to ensure players are transported to and from the venue in an orderly manner.
“There should be no issues,” said Subramaniam.
According to information disseminated by the authorities, a total of 25 major roads and six expressways will be closed in stages from Friday to Wednesday (May 23 to 28), with dry runs scheduled to take place over the next two days.
Subramaniam also encouraged the public to adopt the use of public transport during major international events, saying it not only helps to ease traffic congestion but also promotes environmentally friendly practices.
Separately, he expressed his gratitude to the Malaysian Stadium Board (PSM) for their efforts in preventing a recurrence of the roof leaks at the Axiata Arena, despite heavy rainfall over the past two days.
“We have to thank PSM for their hard work in ensuring the same issue didn’t happen again. We’ve been in close discussions with them even before the Malaysia Masters began,” said Subramaniam, recalling the Super 1000 Malaysia Open in January – which was marred by downpours and a leaking roof during the early days of the tournament.
“At the end of the day, we can only manage what’s within our control. Sometimes, nature is beyond us. Fortunately, everything has gone well so far.” – May 20, 2025