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Aaron Chia Teng Fong[a] KMW BCM (born 24 February 1997) is a Malaysian badminton player.[1][2] A world champion, an Asian champion and a double bronze medalist at the Olympic Games, he and his partner Soh Wooi Yik became the first ever world badminton champions from Malaysia after winning the men's doubles title at the 2022 World Championships.[3] Together, they also won a gold medal at the 2019 SEA Games and 2025 Asian Championships,[4] a silver medal at the 2022 Asian Championships,[5] as well as bronze medals at the 2020 and 2024 Summer Olympics,[6] 2022 Commonwealth Games,[7] 2023 World Championships,[8] 2022 Asian Games[9] and 2024 Asian Championships.[10][11] They are also the first Malaysian men’s doubles pair to win consecutive medals at the Olympic Games.[12]

Key Information

Early and personal life

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Chia was born in Batu Berendam, Melaka to Malaysian Chinese parents, Chan Mee Kee and Chia Boon Foo. He is the second of three siblings. His interest in badminton began at the age of four when he often followed his father to the badminton court. Chia represented Melaka when he was just 11 years old. At the age of 14, he managed to enter Bukit Jalil Sports School (SSBJ) and started training with the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) when he was in Form 5.[13]

Chia is married to Goh Mui Kee and the couple has two daughters.[14]

Career

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He has joined the national team since 2015.[15]

2015

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In September, Chia partnered Soh Wooi Yik and reached the final of Malaysia Junior International, finishing as runners-up.[16]

In November, the duo competed at the 2015 World Junior Championships but crashed out in the fourth round.[17]

2016–2017

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In October 2016, he and his partner Wong Wai Jun were the runners-up at the Swiss International.[18]

Before the end of the 2017 season, Chia reunited with Soh and managed to qualify for the finals of the India International.[19]

2018

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In March, Chia and Soh participated in their second international final at the Vietnam International, but failed to win the title.[20]

In the following month, they got into the final of Malaysia International but lost out narrowly to Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan.[21]

In August, the pair made their debut at the 2018 World Championships where they reached the quarter-finals before losing out to Li Junhui and Liu Yuchen.[22]

In November, they reached the final of SaarLorLux Open but went down to Marcus Ellis and Chris Langridge in three games.[23]

2019–2020: All England runner-up & SEA Games gold

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In March 2019, Chia and Soh participated in the All England Open where they emerged as a surprise finalist. The pair settled for second best after losing to Ahsan and Setiawan in the final.[24] In December 2019, he helped the Malaysian team to win a silver medal in the men's team event at the 2019 SEA Games.[25][26] He and Soh then took part in the men's doubles event and went on to win the gold, beating Bodin Isara and Maneepong Jongjit in the final.[4]

He was also part of Malaysia's men's team that won silver at the 2020 Asia Team Championships in February.[27][28]

2021: First Olympic bronze

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In January, Chia and Soh reached their third BWF World Tour final at the Thailand Open and finished as the runner-ups.[29]

In late July, the duo made their debut appearance in the men's doubles event at the 2020 Summer Olympics. The duo prevailed against Ahsan and Setiawan 17–21, 21–17, 21–14 in the bronze medal playoff, winning bronze for Malaysia.[6]

He was one of the Malaysian players that won bronze at the 2021 Sudirman Cup in late September.[30]

2022: First world title for Malaysia

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Chia was part of the Malaysian men's team that won gold at the 2022 Asia Team Championships in February.[31][32]

In late April, he and Soh entered the 2022 Asian Championships final but were bested by Indonesians Pramudya Kusumawardana and Yeremia Rambitan.[5]

In August, he won a gold medal in the mixed team event at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.[33] He also won a bronze medal in the men's doubles event with Soh, ending his debut campaign with two medals.[7] A few weeks later, Chia and Soh competed at the 2022 World Championships as the sixth seeds. In the final, they defeated three-time world champions Ahsan and Setiawan 21–19, 21–14 to clinch Malaysia's first ever gold medal at the tournament.[3]

2023: First BWF World Tour title

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In the first half of 2023, Chia and Soh did not manage to win any of the tournaments they participated in. Their most notable achievements were reaching the finals of India Open in January[34] and Indonesia Open in June.[35] Chia also helped the Malaysian team win a second consecutive bronze medal at the 2023 Sudirman Cup in May.[36]

In August, Chia and Soh were unable to defend their title at the 2023 World Championships.[37] They settled for the bronze medal after losing to the eventual champions, Kang Min-hyuk and Seo Seung-jae, in the semi-finals.[8]

They then contested their third final of the year at the China Open in September. However, they went down to Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang in straight games.[38]

In October, the pair concluded their debut campaign at the 2022 Asian Games with a bronze medal finish in the men's doubles event.[9] A few weeks later, they triumphed against Muhammad Shohibul Fikri and Bagas Maulana in the Denmark Open final, finally putting an end to their six-year wait for a BWF World Tour title.[39]

2024: Second All England runner-up finish & second Olympic bronze

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In February, Chia won his second silver medal as a part of Malaysia's men's team at the 2024 Asia Team Championships.[40]

In March, he and Soh participated in the All England Open and brought home the silver medals again after surprisingly doing so five years ago in 2019. They lost to Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto of Indonesia after going down with the score of 16–21, 16–21.[41]

In the following month, the pair lost in the semi-finals of the 2024 Asian Championships, securing them a bronze medal.[10]

In early August, he and Soh participated in the 2024 Summer Olympics, their second Olympic appearance. They lost to China's Liang and Wang in the semi-finals 19–21, 21–15, 17–21.[42] In the bronze medal match, he and Soh retained their Olympic bronze medals, defeating Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup Rasmussen of Denmark in three tight games, 16–21, 22–20, 21–19.[11] With the victory, they became the first-ever Malaysian men's doubles pair to win back-to-back Olympic medals.[12]

In November, Chia and Soh clinched the Korea Masters title, becoming the first Malaysian pair to win the tournament.[43]

2025: Asian Championships title

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Chia with his normal partner, Soh started the tour with good starting point, reaching semifinals in the India Open.[44] The next week, they repeated the same feat in Indonesia Masters, beaten by their compatriots, Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun who did go on to win the whole tournament.[45] Although no success in the first three months, Chia and Soh won their first Asian Championships in April, defeating Chen Boyang and Liu Yi of China in their opponent homeground.[46]

In May, Chia and Soh maintained their momentum by snatching their first title of the year in Thailand Open in grueling three sets.[47] Chia and Soh made the final of Malaysia Masters but for the second time in a year, lost out to Man and Tee in an all-Malaysian finals bout.[48] On the next week, Chia and Soh surging through their good form and making the final for three straight competition, this time winning the Singapore Open.[49] Chia and Soh reached the China Open final in July but lost to the Indonesian makeshift pair of Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri, thus continuing their droughts of gaining the Super 1000 titles after failing in their sixth attempts.[50]

Chia and Soh reached the next final at Arctic Open in October but they are defeated by Ben Lane and Sean Vendy.[51]

Awards

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Year Award Category Result
2021 Anugerah Sukan Negara National Sportsman (with Soh Wooi Yik) Nominated[52]
Men's Team Sports (with Soh Wooi Yik) Won[53]
2022 National Sportsman (with Soh Wooi Yik) Won[54]
2024 National Sportsman (with Soh Wooi Yik) Won[55]

Honours

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Achievements

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Olympic Games

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Men's doubles

Year Venue Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2020 Musashino Forest Sport Plaza, Tokyo, Japan Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Mohammad Ahsan
Indonesia Hendra Setiawan 		17–21, 21–17, 21–14 Bronze [6]
2024 Porte de La Chapelle Arena, Paris, France Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Denmark Kim Astrup
Denmark Anders Skaarup Rasmussen 		16–21, 22–20, 21–19 Bronze [11]

World Championships

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Men's doubles

Year Venue Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2022 Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, Tokyo, Japan Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Mohammad Ahsan
Indonesia Hendra Setiawan 		21–19, 21–14 Gold Gold [3]
2023 Royal Arena, Copenhagen, Denmark Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik South Korea Kang Min-hyuk
South Korea Seo Seung-jae 		21–23, 13–21 Bronze Bronze [8]

Commonwealth Games

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Men's doubles

Year Venue Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2022 National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, England Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Malaysia Chan Peng Soon
Malaysia Tan Kian Meng 		21–19, 11–21, 21–11 Bronze Bronze [7]

Asian Games

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Men's doubles

Year Venue Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2022 Binjiang Gymnasium, Hangzhou, China Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik India Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
India Chirag Shetty 		17–21, 12–21 Bronze Bronze [9]

Asian Championships

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Men's doubles

Year Venue Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2022 Muntinlupa Sports Complex, Metro Manila, Philippines Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Pramudya Kusumawardana
Indonesia Yeremia Rambitan 		21–23, 10–21 Silver Silver [5]
2024 Ningbo Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium, Ningbo, China Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Malaysia Goh Sze Fei
Malaysia Nur Izzuddin 		14–21, 18–21 Bronze Bronze [10]
2025 Ningbo Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium, Ningbo, China Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik China Chen Boyang
China Liu Yi 		21–19, 21–17 Gold Gold [46]

SEA Games

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Men's doubles

Year Venue Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2019 Muntinlupa Sports Complex, Metro Manila, Philippines Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Thailand Bodin Isara
Thailand Maneepong Jongjit 		18–21, 21–15, 21–16 Gold Gold [4]

BWF World Tour (4 titles, 10 runners-up)

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The BWF World Tour, which was announced on 19 March 2017 and implemented in 2018,[59] is a series of elite badminton tournaments sanctioned by the Badminton World Federation (BWF). The BWF World Tour is divided into levels of World Tour Finals, Super 1000, Super 750, Super 500, Super 300, and the BWF Tour Super 100.[60]

Men's doubles

Year Tournament Level Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2018 SaarLorLux Open Super 100 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik England Marcus Ellis
England Chris Langridge 		23–21, 18–21, 19–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [23]
2019 All England Open Super 1000 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Mohammad Ahsan
Indonesia Hendra Setiawan 		21–11, 14–21, 12–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [24]
2020 (II) Thailand Open Super 1000 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Chinese Taipei Lee Yang
Chinese Taipei Wang Chi-lin 		13–21, 18–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [29]
2023 India Open Super 750 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik China Liang Weikeng
China Wang Chang 		21–14, 19–21, 18–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [34]
2023 Indonesia Open Super 1000 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik India Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
India Chirag Shetty 		17–21, 18–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [35]
2023 China Open Super 1000 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik China Liang Weikeng
China Wang Chang 		12–21, 14–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [38]
2023 Denmark Open Super 750 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Muhammad Shohibul Fikri
Indonesia Bagas Maulana 		21–13, 21–17 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [39]
2024 All England Open Super 1000 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Fajar Alfian
Indonesia Muhammad Rian Ardianto 		16–21, 16–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [41]
2024 Korea Masters Super 300 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik South Korea Jin Yong
South Korea Kim Won-ho 		21–23, 21–19, 21–14 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [43]
2025 Thailand Open Super 500 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Denmark William Kryger Boe
Denmark Christian Faust Kjær 		20–22, 21–17, 21–12 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [47]
2025 Malaysia Masters Super 500 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Malaysia Man Wei Chong
Malaysia Tee Kai Wun 		12–21, 21–15, 16–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [48]
2025 Singapore Open Super 750 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik South Korea Kim Won-ho
South Korea Seo Seung-jae 		15–21, 21–18, 21–19 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [49]
2025 China Open Super 1000 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Fajar Alfian
Indonesia Muhammad Shohibul Fikri 		15–21, 14–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [50]
2025 Arctic Open Super 500 Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik England Ben Lane
England Sean Vendy 		18–21, 27–25, 17–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [51]

BWF International Challenge/Series (4 runners-up)

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Men's doubles

Year Tournament Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2016 Swiss International Malaysia Wong Wai Jun Malaysia Goh Sze Fei
Malaysia Nur Izzuddin 		18–21, 12–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [18]
2017 Tata Open India International Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Thailand Maneepong Jongjit
Thailand Nanthakarn Yordphaisong 		6–21, 9–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [19]
2018 Vietnam International Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Thailand Maneepong Jongjit
Thailand Nanthakarn Yordphaisong 		18–21, 14–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [20]
2018 Malaysia International Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik Indonesia Mohammad Ahsan
Indonesia Hendra Setiawan 		17–21, 21–17, 19–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [21]
  BWF International Challenge tournament
  BWF International Series tournament
  BWF Future Series tournament

Record against selected opponents

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Record against year-end Finals finalists, World Championships semi-finalists, and Olympic quarter-finalists. Accurate as of 13 August 2024.

Soh Wooi Yik

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Chia and Soh have a poor head-to-head record against Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo (2–9), Li Junhui & Liu Yuchen (0–6), Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang (2–8), and also Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi (2–8).[61]

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Aaron Chia

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Aaron Chia Teng Fong (born 24 February 1997) is a Malaysian professional badminton player specializing in men's doubles, best known for his long-standing partnership with Soh Wooi Yik since 2015.
Together, they have secured two Olympic bronze medals in the men's doubles event—at the 2020 Tokyo Games and the 2024 Paris Games—making them the first Malaysian pair to win multiple Olympic medals in badminton.
They also became Malaysia's first-ever badminton world champions by clinching the gold medal at the 2022 BWF World Championships in Tokyo, defeating Indonesia's Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan in the final.
In 2025, Chia and Soh ended an 18-year drought for Malaysia by winning the men's doubles gold at the Badminton Asia Championships in Ningbo, China, defeating China's Chen Boyang and Liu Yi.
Additionally, the duo claimed gold at the 2019 Southeast Asian Games and silver at the 2022 Asian Championships, establishing themselves as one of the world's top pairs, currently ranked No. 2 in the BWF world rankings as of November 2025. Born in Batu Berendam, Melaka, and standing at 168 cm tall, Chia joined the Malaysian national team in 2015 after excelling in junior competitions, including a at the 2016 Junior Championships alongside Soh.
Fluent in Mandarin, , English, and Malay, he resides in and is married with two daughters, balancing his athletic career with family life.
Chia's playing style emphasizes aggressive net play and precise smashes, contributing to Malaysia's resurgence in international , where he has inspired a new generation of players through his resilience, notably saving four match points in the 2024 Olympic match.

Early life and education

Family background and introduction to badminton

Aaron Chia Teng Fong was born on 24 February 1997 in Batu Berendam, Melaka, , to parents Chia Boon Foo and Chan Mee Kee. He is the second of three siblings in a family with a keen interest in , particularly through his father's involvement in the sport. Chia's introduction to badminton came at the age of four, when he began accompanying his father, Chia Boon Foo, to local badminton courts in Melaka. This early exposure ignited his passion for the sport, as he started playing casually alongside his father, who played a pivotal role in nurturing his initial skills and enthusiasm. The family's supportive environment, with Boon Foo encouraging Aaron's participation and the household fostering a love for , helped solidify his dedication from a young age. His first competitive experiences emerged around age 11, when he began representing Melaka in youth tournaments, marking his entry into structured play while still under the guidance of family influences. This period of local involvement, supported by his parents' encouragement, laid the foundation for his growing commitment to before transitioning to more formal national training at age 14.

Schooling and junior career

Aaron Chia began his formal education in local schools in Melaka, , where he balanced academic studies with intensive training from a young age. His family's early encouragement played a key role in fostering this discipline, as he often accompanied his father to the court starting at age four. At age 11, he represented Melaka in state-level junior competitions, marking his initial successes in regional tournaments and demonstrating promise in doubles play. After an initial rejection that left him deeply disappointed, Chia gained admission to the prestigious Bukit Jalil Sports School (SSBJ) at age 14 in 2011, a national institution designed to nurture young athletes while providing secondary education. There, he navigated the demands of Form 1 to Form 5 coursework alongside rigorous daily training sessions, prioritizing time management to balance his studies and training. This environment honed his skills, allowing him to compete in state and early national junior events without compromising his education. During Form 5, around age 17 in 2014, Chia joined the (BAM) training program, transitioning to more structured national-level preparation. This marked his selection to the national junior squad, where he received specialized coaching and began gaining international exposures. Partnering with Guo Zheng Sim, he competed in key junior tournaments that year, including the Smiling Fish International Series and the International Series, achieving notable results that solidified his reputation as an emerging doubles talent. These performances before 2015 highlighted his state-level achievements in Melaka and paved the way for his senior career.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Aaron Chia married Goh Mui Kee, also known as Mei Qi, in March 2020. The couple held a star-studded wedding reception on 16 September 2022, coinciding with , attended by fellow stars including , , and , as well as divers like Ooi Tze Liang. Their two young daughters accompanied them down the aisle during the event, highlighting the family's central role in the celebration. Chia and Mui Kee have two daughters: Albee Chong Rui, born in 2015, and Alyssa Chia Shin, born in 2019. The family resides in , where Chia balances his demanding schedule with parenting responsibilities, often cherishing brief periods of downtime to recharge with his wife and children after intense camps. These moments provide essential relief from the rigors of professional travel and competition, allowing him to maintain focus and motivation. Chia's family offers crucial emotional support amid his career pressures, with Mui Kee frequently present in his thoughts during major events; for instance, he dedicated his 2024 Paris Olympics bronze medal to her as a birthday gift, underscoring her role in sustaining his resilience. The undivided encouragement from his wife and daughters has been pivotal to his successes, including the 2022 World Championships, where family backing helped him and partner overcome challenges to claim gold. In public interviews, Chia has openly shared the joys of fatherhood, such as watching his daughters grow and the fulfillment of making them proud through his achievements, while acknowledging the challenges of prolonged absences due to international tournaments that strain family time. He emphasizes how these experiences strengthen his drive, turning personal sacrifices into sources of inspiration for both his sport and home life.

Sponsorships and endorsements

Aaron Chia has maintained a long-term equipment sponsorship with , the official partner of the (BAM), providing him with rackets and apparel throughout his professional career. This partnership, extended until 2028, supports Chia's on-court performance and aligns with Yonex's role in equipping Malaysian national players. In addition to , Chia has secured endorsements with several n brands, including a two-year deal with , the country's leading isotonic beverage, which features the brand on his jerseys and provides hydration support during training and competitions. He also serves as an ambassador for , promoting home appliances through campaigns like '#InspireFutureDreams' to engage enthusiasts. These national sponsorships underscore Chia's role in elevating local brands via his sporting prominence. In October 2025, Chia joined Seiko Malaysia as a Prospex Brand Friend, embodying the brand's emphasis on precision and endurance in sports timing. This partnership includes the release of a limited-edition Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph watch, tied to the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025, with only 6,000 units produced featuring a purple dial inspired by Tokyo's historical "Edo purple." Chia's Olympic bronze medals in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 have significantly enhanced his marketability, leading to expanded endorsement opportunities that leverage his status as a world champion and national icon.

Professional career

Early professional years (2015–2017)

Aaron Chia joined the Malaysian national team in 2015, marking the start of his senior professional career. Drawing from his junior training foundation, he began transitioning to senior competition, focusing on building experience in international events. In 2015, Chia formed his initial senior partnership with , representing internationally as a men's doubles pair for the first time. The duo competed in BWF-sanctioned tournaments, gaining exposure to higher-level play while adapting to the physical and tactical demands of senior badminton, which included longer rallies and more experienced opponents. Their early win-loss record reflected this adjustment period, with competitive performances but inconsistent outcomes as they honed their coordination and endurance. By 2017, Chia and Soh had reunited for key events after brief separations, achieving notable progress. They reached the final of the Tata Open India International Challenge, defeating Hong Kong's Chan Tsz Kit and Chang Tak Ching in the semifinals (10-21, 21-12, 21-10) before finishing as runners-up, showcasing their potential despite the loss. This result highlighted their growing synergy but also the challenges of closing out matches against seasoned pairs. Throughout 2015–2017, the pair participated in various BWF International Series and Challenge tournaments, using these as qualifiers and preparation for regional competitions like the and . Although they did not secure spots in the main draws for the —where Malaysia's men's doubles was represented by and —these experiences helped build resilience and tactical awareness for future multi-sport events. Their initial years were characterized by steady improvement amid adaptation hurdles, laying the groundwork for sustained senior success.

Breakthrough and major titles (2018–2020)

In 2018, Aaron Chia and his men's doubles partner Soh Wooi Yik demonstrated steady progress on the international circuit, achieving stronger results in BWF International Challenge and Series tournaments compared to prior years. The pair reached the final of the Vietnam International Challenge in Hanoi, where they fell to Thailand's Maneepong Jongjit and Nanthakarn Yordphaisong 18-21, 14-21, marking their first runner-up finish at that level. They also advanced to the final of the SaarLorLux Open in Germany, losing to England's Marcus Ellis and Chris Langridge 23-21, 18-21, 19-21, and secured another runner-up spot at the Malaysia International Series. These consistent deep runs elevated their world ranking into the top 30 by year's end and built momentum for higher-stakes competitions. The duo's breakthrough on the global stage came in 2019 at the Yonex All Open, a Super 1000 event, where they stunned higher-seeded opponents to reach their first major final. As unseeded entrants ranked 21st worldwide, Chia and Soh upset pairs including China's Liu Cheng and in the semifinals before falling to Indonesia's and 11-21, 14-21, 12-21 in the championship match. This runner-up finish, the first by a Malaysian men's doubles pair at the All since , propelled them into the world's top 15 and established them as emerging threats in elite . Later that year, Chia and Soh claimed their first major title at the 2019 Southeast Asian Games in , ending a string of five consecutive international final losses. In the men's doubles final, they rallied from a set down to defeat Thailand's Bodin Isara and Maneepong Jongjit 18-21, 21-15, 21-16, securing Malaysia's first gold in the discipline since 2003. This victory highlighted their regional dominance and boosted national confidence ahead of Olympic qualifying. The onset of the disrupted their momentum in 2020, with the BWF suspending all international tournaments from mid-March onward to curb the virus's spread. This halt froze world rankings and limited competitive play, forcing Chia and Soh to adapt to restricted training at Malaysia's national center amid lockdowns and health protocols. Despite these challenges, they used the period for intensive conditioning and tactical refinement, focusing on Olympic preparation while maintaining fitness through virtual coaching sessions.

Olympic and world success (2021–2022)

In 2021, Aaron Chia and his partner made their Olympic debut at the Games, where they secured a in men's doubles, marking 's first-ever in the discipline. Their campaign began in Group D, where they recorded two victories—including a hard-fought three-game win over South Korea's and (21-12, 19-21, 21-18)—before a narrow loss to India's and (22-24, 15-21), earning second place and advancement to the knockout rounds. In the quarterfinals, they produced a major upset by defeating the world No. 1 Indonesian pair and 21-14, 21-17, ending a long losing streak against the duo and propelling into the semifinals for the first time in doubles. However, they fell in the semifinals to Taiwan's and 14-21, 21-13, 16-21. The duo rebounded in the bronze medal match with a dramatic comeback against Indonesia's experienced and , rallying from a first-game deficit to win 17-21, 21-17, 21-14 and claim the podium spot. This achievement not only ended Malaysia's four-year drought but also ignited nationwide celebrations, with hailing it as a historic moment that boosted national pride amid the challenges. The medal represented a breakthrough for Malaysian , highlighting the pair's resilience and tactical growth following strong pre-Olympic performances. Building on their Olympic momentum, Chia and Soh reached new heights at the in , capturing the gold medal in men's doubles—the first for in the event and the nation's inaugural world title in since Lee's 1977 singles victory. Their path featured commanding wins, including a quarterfinal triumph over South Korea's and (21-17, 21-19) and a semifinal defeat of India's Rankireddy and (21-17, 21-19), demonstrating their ability to outmaneuver top-ranked opponents with aggressive net play and precise smashes. In the final, they overcame a slow start to beat three-time world champions Ahsan and Setiawan 21-19, 21-14, sealing the victory in 40 minutes. The world title carried profound emotional weight, with both players tearfully dedicating it to their supporters and coaches after years of near-misses, including eight semifinal defeats prior to 2022. Nationally, it was celebrated as a landmark achievement, breaking a 45-year wait for Malaysian supremacy on the global stage and inspiring a surge in youth participation in the .

Sustained excellence (2023–2025)

Following their bronze medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Aaron Chia and partner demonstrated sustained high-level performance in men's doubles . In 2023, the pair secured their first title at the , defeating Indonesia's Muhammad Shohib Fikri and 21-13, 21-17 in the final. They also earned bronze at the TotalEnergies in , finishing third after a semifinal loss to South Korea's and . The duo's consistency carried into 2024, where they reached the final of the All England Open Badminton Championships but fell 16-21, 16-21 to Indonesia's and Rian Ardianto. At the Paris Olympics, Chia and Soh clinched a second consecutive , defeating Denmark's Kim Astrup and 14-21, 21-19, 21-17 in the bronze medal match, marking Malaysia's first repeat Olympic medal in badminton doubles. In 2025, the pair elevated their game further by winning gold at the in , —their first title in the event and Malaysia's first men's doubles gold there in 18 years—after beating China's Chen Boyang and Liu Yi 21-19, 21-17 in the final. They followed with victories at the and , both Super 500 events, showcasing improved net play and defensive resilience. Reaching six finals throughout the year (three wins and three runner-up finishes), including a final at the and a recent loss in the final to England's Ben Lane and Sean Vendy 18-21, 27-25, 17-21, the pair maintained world number two ranking. As preparations intensified for the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in (December 9–20), Chia expressed openness to scratch pairings with other Malaysian players to optimize medal chances, while skipping events like the to focus on training.

Partnership with Soh Wooi Yik

Formation and evolution

Aaron Chia and first paired up in 2015 during national junior training under the (BAM), marking the beginning of their collaborative journey in men's doubles . Their initial partnership saw them compete in junior events, including reaching the final of the Malaysia Junior International and advancing to the fourth round at the that year, after which BAM temporarily paired them with different partners to broaden experience. After being paired with different partners in 2016, the duo reunited in 2017 for senior competitions, forming an unbroken partnership since then. This evolution over a decade has been characterized by key milestones, such as their breakthrough into consistent senior competition and resilience in high-stakes environments, including Olympic appearances that tested their ability to handle pressure while maintaining focus on personal growth. Adapting to the rigors of global involved cultivating self-awareness and consistency, allowing them to remain competitive without succumbing to external demands. Central to the longevity of their 10-year partnership is their strong off-court relationship, built on deep friendship and open communication, which Chia describes as "the most important for us." Soh views Chia as a "very good brother," emphasizing mutual support that extends beyond the court and fosters trust during challenges. This bond has enabled them to commit to a "partnership for life," with shared goals like pursuing further Olympic success into 2028.

Tactical developments and statistics

Since their partnership began in 2015, the duo between Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik has undergone significant tactical evolution, particularly after 2025 under the guidance of coach Herry Iman Pierngadi. Post-2025 appointment, the pair shifted their defensive strategies to emphasize a "no-lift" approach, prioritizing flat drives and reduced high lifts to limit opponents' attacking opportunities and maintain control during rallies. This adaptation, part of Herry's overall philosophy for the Malaysian men's doubles squad, allowed Chia and Soh to transition more fluidly from defense to counterattacks, reducing unforced errors in prolonged exchanges. In attacking positioning, the duo moved away from linear, brute-force setups—where Soh Wooi Yik aligned directly behind Chia for straight smashes—to a more versatile "T" formation. This placed Soh centrally on the court, enabling cross-court variations and dynamic rotations between front- and back-court roles, enhancing their net play and overall unpredictability. The changes were evident in their 2025 performances, such as at the Singapore Open, where improved positioning contributed to efficient attacks against pairs like Gautam and Isfahani. Both players being right-handed presents a unique dynamic in men's doubles, where such symmetry can limit rotational options but has been leveraged through precise , allowing consistent flat exchanges and quick net responses. Their 2025 season highlighted this consistency, reaching six finals across the , a marked improvement from prior years. By November 2025, Chia and Soh had amassed 304 career wins in men's doubles, underscoring their longevity and reliability. However, their record in high-stakes finals remained challenging, with 10 losses in 11 appearances until recent tactical refinements yielded three titles in 2025 alone.
Opponent PairHead-to-Head Record (Chia/Soh Wins - Opponent Wins)
/Wang Chang (CHN)2 - 7
/ (JPN)1 - 8
These head-to-heads against top-ranked pairs illustrate the competitive landscape, where Chia and Soh have historically struggled with aggressive Chinese and Japanese styles but shown gradual progress through refined defenses in 2025 encounters.

Achievements

Olympic Games

Aaron Chia and his partner made their Olympic debut at the 2020 Games, delayed to 2021 due to the , competing in the men's doubles event. They advanced through the group stage and upset the world No. 1 Indonesian pair and in the quarterfinals with a 21-13, 21-15 victory. In the semifinals, they faced China's and , losing 24-22, 21-13 in a 42-minute match. The duo secured the in the playoff by defeating 's and 17-21, 21-17, 21-14, marking Malaysia's first medal of the Tokyo Olympics and the nation's first Olympic medal in men's doubles. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Chia and Soh returned as defending medalists in men's doubles. They progressed from the group stage before defeating India's and in the quarterfinals, 16-21, 21-19, 21-16, in a match that showcased their tactical resilience. In the semifinals, they lost to China's and Wang Chang 21-19, 15-21, 21-17 after a competitive three-game battle. The pair reclaimed by edging Denmark's Kim Astrup and 16-21, 22-20, 21-19 in a thrilling match where they saved four match points in the second game, securing Malaysia's first medal of the Games. Chia and Soh hold an overall Olympic record of two bronze medals in men's doubles across two Games, with no golds or silvers, establishing them as the first Malaysian pair to achieve back-to-back Olympic medals in the discipline. Their accomplishments have elevated Malaysian on the global stage, inspiring national pride and highlighting the country's growing prowess in doubles events.

World Championships

Aaron Chia and his doubles partner made their debut at the in 2018 in , , where they advanced to the quarterfinals before losing to the Chinese pair and with scores of 21-14, 24-22. This performance marked a strong entry into the global individual event for the Malaysian duo, who had been rising through the ranks on the . In 2019, held in , , they again reached the quarterfinals, showcasing consistent progress but falling short of the semifinals against top-seeded opponents. The pair's breakthrough came at the 2022 TotalEnergies BWF World Championships in , , where they clinched the men's doubles gold medal—the first ever for in the discipline and the nation's first world title in 45 years since Lee Chong Wei's singles bronze in 2005. In the final, Chia and Soh defeated the experienced Indonesian duo and 21-19, 21-14, overcoming early pressure with resilient defense and precise net play to secure a straight-sets victory. Key matches en route included a hard-fought quarterfinal win over the Danish pair Kim Astrup and 21-17, 19-21, 21-19, and a semifinal triumph against the Chinese world No. 1 pair and Wang Chang 16-21, 21-19, 21-17, highlighting their tactical adaptability against elite competition. This historic achievement ignited national pride, ending a long drought and inspiring a surge in enthusiasm across , with the duo awarded RM500,000 in cash prizes by the government. Following their triumph, Chia and Soh continued to perform strongly at subsequent editions. At the 2023 Championships in , , they earned a bronze after defeating the Korean pair and 21-18, 21-13 in the bronze-medal match, having reached the semifinals before a narrow loss to the eventual champions. In 2024, in Chengdu, China, their campaign ended earlier in the round of 32 with a three-game defeat to 's Rasmus Kjaer and Frederik Sogaard 13-21, 21-19, 18-21. They rebounded at the 2025 edition in Paris, France, advancing to the quarterfinals with a comeback victory over fellow Wan Arif Wan Junaidi and in the round of 16 (18-21, 21-18, 26-24), though they exited without a after a loss in the quarters. These consistent quarterfinal-or-better appearances across multiple years underscore their status as one of Malaysia's premier doubles teams on the world stage.

Asian Championships

Aaron Chia and his partner Soh Wooi Yik have competed in the Badminton Asian Championships, a premier continental tournament organized biennially by Badminton Asia Confederation in collaboration with the Badminton World Federation (BWF), featuring knockout formats across five disciplines including men's doubles. The event, classified as a BWF Super 1000, intensifies regional rivalries among badminton powerhouses like China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and India, where Malaysian pairs have historically struggled against dominant Chinese and Indonesian teams. Prior to 2025, Chia and Soh made multiple deep runs without securing gold, highlighting their growing prowess amid fierce Asian competition. In 2019, they advanced to the quarterfinals before exiting. They achieved their best pre-2025 result in 2022, reaching the final in but falling to Indonesia's and Yeremia Erich Yoche Yacob Rambitan 15-21, 13-21 to claim silver. In 2024, hosted in , they secured bronze by progressing to the semifinals, where they were defeated 14-21, 19-21 by Malaysian compatriots and Rumsani, who advanced to the final. Their breakthrough came at the 2025 edition in , , where the world No. 6 duo clinched Malaysia's first men's doubles gold since 2007, ending an 18-year national drought. Seeded fourth, they navigated a challenging draw, including a semifinal upset over defending champions and Wang Chang of 21-19, 15-21, 21-19. In the final, Chia and Soh defeated 's Chen Boyang and Liu Yi 21-19, 21-17 in 47 minutes, showcasing resilient defense and precise net play to overcome home-crowd pressure. This victory not only marked their maiden Asian Championships title but also boosted Malaysia's standing in the continent's landscape.

BWF World Tour and other titles

Aaron Chia and have established themselves as consistent performers on the , securing four titles across Super 300, Super 500, and Super 750 events by November 2025. Their breakthrough came in 2023 with a victory at the , marking their first Super 300 crown after years of near-misses. This success was followed by a Super 500 win at the 2024 Korea Masters, where they defeated South Korea's and in the final. In 2025, they added two more prestigious titles: the Thailand Open (Super 500), overcoming Denmark's William Kryger Boe and Christian Faust Kjaer, and the Singapore Open (Super 750), defeating South Korea's Kim Won-ho and .
YearTournamentLevelFinal OpponentsResult
2023Denmark OpenSuper 300Indonesia Shohibul Fikri / Won 21-13, 21-17
2024Korea MastersSuper 500 / Won 21-23, 21-19, 21-14
2025Thailand OpenSuper 500 William Kryger Boe / Christian Faust KjaerWon 20-22, 21-17, 21-12
2025Singapore OpenSuper 750 / Won 21-19, 21-16
The pair has also reached nine World Tour finals as runners-up, demonstrating their ability to compete at the highest levels against top pairs. Notable among these are multiple appearances at the All England Open, including a runner-up finish in 2023 where they fell to 's Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang, and another in 2024 against the same opponents. Other significant runner-up results include the 2023 China Open and the 2025 , lost to 's Ben Lane and Sean Vendy. Prior to their major breakthroughs, Chia and Soh achieved four runners-up finishes in International Challenge and International Series events, building crucial experience. These included silver medals at the 2018 International Challenge and the 2018 International Challenge, as well as finals at the 2019 Polish International and the 2020 International Series. These early results highlighted their emerging potential in global competition. By 2025, the duo had reached over 20 in total, underscoring their sustained excellence and consistency. In 2025 alone, they contested six finals—winning three and finishing as runners-up in three—contributing to their ranking as world number two in men's doubles and qualification for the . This remarkable run reflects their tactical adaptability and mental resilience in high-stakes matches.

Regional competitions

Aaron Chia and his doubles partner have demonstrated consistent performance in regional multi-sport events, contributing significantly to Malaysia's achievements. Their successes in these competitions highlight their adaptability and dominance within , often amplified by the support of home crowds in events like the Southeast Asian Games.

Commonwealth Games

At the in Gold Coast, , Chia and Soh reached the quarterfinals in men's doubles before losing to the Chinese pair and 22–24, 13–21. (https://www.facebook.com/BadmintonAustralia/posts/commonwealth-games-2018-australian-team-member-and-olympian-wendy-chen-has-defea/10155029150966362/) They also contributed to Malaysia's in the mixed team event, where the nation fell to in the final. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Badminton_at_the_2018_Commonwealth_Games_%E2%80%93_Mixed_team) In the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, , the pair secured a bronze medal in men's doubles after defeating 's Ben Lane and Sean Vendy 21–18, 21–17 in the bronze medal match, following a semifinal loss to 's Christian Gilmour and Toby Penty. (https://www.badmintonplanet.com/badminton-news/19919-ng-tze-yong-enters-commonwealth-games-final-aaron-chia-soh-wooi-yik-win-bronze.html) They also helped reclaim the mixed team gold, defeating 3–1 in the final, with Chia-Soh winning their match 21–18, 21–15. (https://www.olympics.com/en/news/commonwealth-games-2022-badminton-india-mixed-team-gold-medal-match-results)

Asian Games

Chia and Soh made their debut at the 2022 edition (held in 2023 in , ), where they earned a in men's doubles. The pair advanced to the semifinals but lost to Indonesia's and 14–21, 21–19, 15–21, securing the bronze via semifinal classification. (https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2023/10/06/asian-games-aaron-chia-wooi-yik-settle-for-bronze/94856) Their quarterfinal victory over 's and lasted 81 minutes, showcasing their resilience in a 21–18, 19–21, 21–18 thriller. (https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2023/10/06/asian-games-aaron-chia-wooi-yik-settle-for-bronze/94856) Although the pair expressed readiness to compete in the in , they were not selected for the men's doubles event, with and representing and reaching the quarterfinals. (https://www.badmintonplanet.com/badminton-news/12524-aaron-chia-soh-wooi-yik-ready-play-asian-games-given-opportunity.html)

Southeast Asian Games

Chia and Soh have been pivotal in 's SEA Games campaigns, winning gold in men's doubles at the 2019 edition in , , defeating Indonesia's and 21–15, 21–19 in the final to end 's 10-year drought in the discipline. (https://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/index.php?threads/aaron-chia-wooi-yik-soh-the-next-generation.177551/page-4) The home-regional advantage in Southeast Asian events has often boosted their performance, with enthusiastic crowds providing momentum during tight matches. Earlier, in the in , Chia, then 18, claimed a in partnering Goh Yea Ching, marking his international breakthrough. (https://thesmartlocal.my/aaron-chia-soh-wooi-yik/) At the (held in 2022 in , ), the pair participated but did not medal in men's doubles, with gold going to Indonesia's and . (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Badminton_at_the_2021_SEA_Games) Their regional dominance is evident in Malaysia's consistent medal hauls, often led by their aggressive playstyle. Looking ahead to the in (December 7–14), Chia and Soh are preparing to compete, with discussions around forming scratch pairs to maximize medal chances and develop depth in the national squad. (https://www.nst.com.my/sports/badminton/2025/11/1310323/aaron-backs-scratch-pairs-deliver-sea-games-badminton-gold) Chia has expressed willingness to partner any teammate, drawing from their 2019 success to inspire younger players. (https://www.thestar.com.my/sport/badminton/2025/11/07/aaron-highlights-value-of-fielding-scratch-pairs-at-sea-games)
EventYearDisciplineMedalOpponents in Key MatchSource
2018Men's Doubles(Quarterfinal)Lost to / (CHN) 22–24, 13–21(https://www.facebook.com/BadmintonAustralia/posts/10155029150966362/)
2018Mixed TeamSilverLost final to (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Badminton_at_the_2018_Commonwealth_Games_%E2%80%93_Mixed_team)
2022Men's DoublesBronzeDef. Ben Lane/Sean Vendy (ENG) 21–18, 21–17 (bronze match)(https://www.badmintonplanet.com/badminton-news/19919-ng-tze-yong-enters-commonwealth-games-final-aaron-chia-soh-wooi-yik-win-bronze.html)
2022Mixed TeamGoldDef. 3–1 (Chia-Soh win 21–18, 21–15)(https://www.olympics.com/en/news/commonwealth-games-2022-badminton-india-mixed-team-gold-medal-match-results)
2018Men's Doubles(Did not participate)N/A(https://www.badmintonplanet.com/badminton-news/12524-aaron-chia-soh-wooi-yik-ready-play-asian-games-given-opportunity.html)
2022 (2023)Men's DoublesBronzeSemifinal loss to / (INA) 14–21, 21–19, 15–21(https://www.malaymail.com/news/sports/2023/10/06/asian-games-aaron-chia-wooi-yik-settle-for-bronze/94856)
2015Mixed DoublesBronzePartnered Goh Yea Ching(https://thesmartlocal.my/aaron-chia-soh-wooi-yik/)
2019Men's DoublesGoldDef. / (INA) 21–15, 21–19(https://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/index.php?threads/aaron-chia-wooi-yik-soh-the-next-generation.177551/page-4)
2021 (2022)Men's Doubles(No medal)Gold to (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Badminton_at_the_2021_SEA_Games)
2025Men's DoublesPreparing (participating)Scratch pair discussions ongoing(https://www.nst.com.my/sports/badminton/2025/11/1310323/aaron-backs-scratch-pairs-deliver-sea-games-badminton-gold)

Awards and honors

National awards

Following their win in the men's doubles at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Aaron Chia and his partner were conferred the Kesatria Mahkota Wilayah (KMW) federal award by Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah during the celebrations on 1 February 2022. The KMW, one of Malaysia's highest civilian honors, recognizes their contributions to national sports excellence and marked the first such accolade for Malaysian players post-Olympic achievement. In recognition of their historic gold medal at the —the first for in —the pair received the National Sportsman of the Year award at the 2022 Anugerah Sukan Negara () ceremony held on 17 July 2023. This honor, presented by the National Sports Council of , highlighted their pivotal role in elevating the nation's profile. Additionally, they received a combined incentive of RM500,000 for the world title, including RM300,000 from the (BAM), underscoring official acknowledgment of their breakthrough success. For defending their Olympic bronze in the men's doubles at the 2024 Games, Chia and Wooi Yik were named National Sportsman of the Year for the second time at the 2024 Anugerah Sukan Negara on 13 May 2025, an award that celebrated their resilience and contribution to 's four-medal Olympic haul. The Olympic Council of Malaysia further honored them as 2024 Olympians of the Year on 12 December 2024, recognizing their repeat medal as a landmark in Malaysian sports history. BAM complemented these accolades with RM125,000 each in incentives shortly after the Games, reflecting sustained national support for their achievements. On 10 November 2025, Chia was named Melaka Sportsman of the Year for 2023/2024 at the Melaka State Sports Awards, recognizing his outstanding performances including the 2024 Olympic bronze and 2025 gold.

Sporting honors

Aaron Chia and his men's doubles partner have demonstrated sustained excellence by maintaining a position in the BWF men's doubles world rankings top 10 since their Olympic bronze medal in 2021. Their ascent began post-Tokyo, with notable climbs leading to a career-high world No. 2 ranking achieved in January 2023 following consistent semifinal and final appearances in Super 750 and Super 1000 events. By mid-2025, they held No. 3 after winning the Thailand Open, and as of November 2025, they occupy the No. 2 spot, affirming their status as one of the most reliable pairs in the discipline. In recognition of his achievements, Chia has earned international endorsement honors through prominent athlete ambassador roles. In September 2025, he was appointed Prospex Friend of , a position that celebrates his precision and endurance as a world-class athlete, aligning with the brand's focus on sports timing innovations and marking his inclusion in their global team ahead of key 2025 events. Earlier endorsements include serving as a for since 2020, where he promotes hydration and performance in partnership with fellow Malaysian shuttlers, and for following their 2022 world title, highlighting his influence in bridging sports and consumer brands internationally. Chia's team honors encompass key roles in Malaysia's national squad for events like the , where his doubles expertise has bolstered collective international performances.

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