Independent men’s singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia has the right to demand compensation to represent Malaysia at the Thomas Cup, according to sports analyst Mohd Sadek Mustafa.
The decision by national badminton coaching director Rexy Mainaky to potentially exclude women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah from the Uber Cup squad has been hailed as a “smart move” by sports analyst Mohd Sadek Mustafa.
The state of the Bukit Jalil National Stadium pitch has presented a humiliating spectacle for the country, particularly as it took place during a crucial World Cup qualifying match, said sports analyst Mohd Sadek Mustafa.
With the Youth and Sports Ministry's interest in hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, questions have arisen within the sports fraternity regarding the government's consideration of offering to host the quadrennial event amid the country's current economic and sporting landscape.
