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Man Wei Chong
Simplified Chinese万炜聪
Traditional Chinese萬煒聰
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu PinyinWàn Wěicōng
Hakka
Pha̍k-fa-sṳMan Vúi-tshûng / Van Vui-tshûng
Yue: Cantonese
JyutpingMaan6 Wai5 Cung1
Southern Min
Hokkien POJBān Úi-chhong

Man Wei Chong (Chinese: 萬煒聰; pinyin: Wàn Wěicōng; Jyutping: Maan6 Wai5 Cung1; born 5 September 1999) is a Malaysian badminton player who specializes in doubles event.[3][4] He was one of the compatriots of the Malaysian squad that won the silver medals at the 2016[5][6] and 2017 BWF World Junior Championships.[7]

Career

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2016–2017: Junior career

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In September 2016, he won the Malaysia Junior International title with partner Chen Tang Jie.[8] He also won two consecutive silver medals in mixed team event at the 2016[6] and 2017 BWF World Junior Championships.[7] In October 2017, he was invited by Badminton Association of Malaysia to join the national team.[9]

2018–2019

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In August 2018, Man and Chen competed at the 2018 Spain Masters but their run were stopped in the semi-finals by the eventual champions, Kim Gi-jung and Lee Yong-dae.[10] In 2019, he played mixed doubles partnered with Pearly Tan. Together, they finished as runners-up at the Malaysia International Challenge in November.[11] They also reached the semi-finals of Vietnam International in April and Malaysia International Series in June.[12]

2021

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After more than a year not competing due to pandemic, Man made a return to international badminton at the Polish Open in March. He and partner Tee Kai Wun won the title after defeating compatriots Chang Yee Jun and Chia Wei Jie in the final.[13] In June, Man and Tee clinched their second title at the Spanish International.[14] He was then selected to represent Malaysia at the 2021 Sudirman Cup and 2020 Thomas & Uber Cup.[15] In October, Man and Tee finished as runners-up to Terry Hee and Loh Kean Hean at the Czech Open.[16] In November, the pair won their third title of the year at the Irish Open.[17] In December, they end the season with a runner-up finish at the Welsh International.[18]

2022

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In January, Man and Tee claimed their first BWF World Tour title by winning the 2022 Syed Modi International.[19] He was part of Malaysia's men's team that won gold at the 2022 Badminton Asia Team Championships in February.[20][21] In May, he made his debut at the 2021 SEA Games where he helped Malaysia win the silver medal in the men's team event.[22] In July, Man and Tee captured the 2022 Taipei Open title beating reigning Olympic champion Lee Yang and Wang Chi-lin in three games.[23]

2023

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In May, Man and Tee entered their first final of the year at home event 2023 Malaysia Masters, but lost out to Korea's Kang Min-hyuk and Seo Seung-jae.[24] In June, they successfully defended their title at the 2023 Taipei Open after defeating home pair Lu Ching-yao and Yang Po-han.[25] In August, the pair made their debut at the 2023 BWF World Championships but fell in the third round to Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang in three games.[26] In October, they made it to the 2023 Arctic Open final and finished as runners-up to Denmark's Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup Rasmussen.[27]

2024

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In June, contesting their first BWF World Tour Super 1000 final at the 2024 Indonesia Open, Man and Tee went down to Liang and Wang, finishing second.[28]

2025

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At the beginning of the new season in January, Man and Tee went to the semi-finals in their home ground Malaysia Open before they lost against Chen Boyang and Liu Yi in 3 sets.[29] Their luck changes in the next two tournaments when they redeem their lost in Indonesia the previous year by winning Indonesia Masters against the home favourite, Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto in straight sets.[30] Man and Tee ended a 12 years droughts for home title in Malaysia Masters after prevailed in All-Malaysian finals against Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik.[31]

Achievements

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BWF World Tour (5 titles, 3 runners-up)

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The BWF World Tour, which was announced on 19 March 2017 and implemented in 2018,[32] 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 (part of the HSBC World Tour), and the BWF Tour Super 100.[33]

Men's doubles

Year Tournament Level Partner Opponent Score Result Ref
2022 Syed Modi International Super 300 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun India Krishna Prasad Garaga
India Vishnuvardhan Goud Panjala 		21–18, 21–15 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [19]
2022 Taipei Open Super 300 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Chinese Taipei Lee Yang
Chinese Taipei Wang Chi-lin 		21–18, 11–21, 21–18 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [23]
2023 Malaysia Masters Super 500 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun South Korea Kang Min-hyuk
South Korea Seo Seung-jae 		15–21, 24–22, 19–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [24]
2023 Taipei Open Super 300 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Chinese Taipei Lu Ching-yao
Chinese Taipei Yang Po-han 		20–22, 21–17, 21–14 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [25]
2023 Arctic Open Super 500 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Denmark Kim Astrup
Denmark Anders Skaarup Rasmussen 		18–21, 17–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [27]
2024 Indonesia Open Super 1000 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun China Liang Weikeng
China Wang Chang 		21–19, 16–21, 12–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up [28]
2025 Indonesia Masters Super 500 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Indonesia Fajar Alfian
Indonesia Muhammad Rian Ardianto 		21–11, 21–19 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [30]
2025 Malaysia Masters Super 500 Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Malaysia Aaron Chia
Malaysia Soh Wooi Yik 		21–12, 15–21, 21–16 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner [31]

BWF International Challenge/Series (3 titles, 3 runners-up)

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Men's doubles

Year Tournament Partner Opponent Score Result
2021 Polish Open Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Malaysia Chang Yee Jun
Malaysia Chia Wei Jie 		21–17, 20–22, 21–19 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner
2021 Spanish International Malaysia Tee Kai Wun France Lucas Corvée
France Ronan Labar 		21–15, 21–18 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner
2021 Czech Open Malaysia Tee Kai Wun Singapore Terry Hee
Singapore Loh Kean Hean 		21–13, 15–21, 15–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up
2021 Irish Open Malaysia Tee Kai Wun England Rory Easton
England Zach Russ 		21–7, 21–17 1st place, gold medalist(s) Winner
2021 Welsh International Malaysia Tee Kai Wun South Korea Kim Gi-jung
South Korea Kim Sa-rang 		18–21, 21–18, 15–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up

Mixed doubles

Year Tournament Partner Opponent Score Result
2019 Malaysia International Malaysia Pearly Tan China Dong Weijie
China Chen Xiaofei 		16–21, 19–21 2nd place, silver medalist(s) Runner-up
  BWF International Challenge tournament
  BWF International Series tournament
  BWF Future Series tournament

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Man Wei Chong (born 5 September 1999) is a Malaysian professional player specializing in men's doubles. Standing at 1.82 meters tall, he competes for the (BAM) and has established himself as a key figure in the national team, particularly through his partnership with . As of November 2025, the duo holds a world ranking of 5 in men's doubles and a ranking of 3, reflecting their consistent performances on the HSBC BWF World Tour. Chong's breakthrough came in 2022 when he and Kai Wun stunned Olympic champions and to win the Taipei Open, marking their first title. They successfully defended the title in 2023, defeating the Taiwanese pair and in the final, which contributed to Malaysia's double victory at the event after 19 years. In 2025, the pair achieved historic milestones by becoming the first Malaysian men's doubles team to win the Super 1000, overcoming a home crowd favorite in the final. Later that year, they ended a 12-year wait for a Malaysian men's doubles crown at the , defeating compatriots and in the final. These successes have propelled Chong and Kai Wun to semifinals at major events like the Indonesia Open and Malaysia Open, as well as quarterfinal appearances at the , Open, Open, and Open in 2025.

Early life

Birth and family background

Man Wei Chong was born on 5 September 1999 in , . He grew up in . Standing at 1.82 meters tall, Chong's physical attributes provided a natural advantage in the physically demanding sport of from an early age. Details about his family background, including any specific influences from parents or siblings on his interest in sports, remain private and not publicly documented in available sources. His right-handed playing style would later become a key aspect of his technique, though early personal life focused on the foundational experiences in before formal training began.

Introduction to badminton and junior development

Man Wei Chong was introduced to badminton in his hometown of during his early years. He relocated from to join the Petaling Badminton Club (PBC) in in his early teens, marking a significant step in his junior progression. There, he benefited from the club's full-board and full-time training program, launched in 2010 to nurture young talents with intensive daily regimens focused on technical skills, physical conditioning, and tactical awareness. Under the guidance of coach Yap Kim Hock, who joined PBC in 2013, Chong began specializing in doubles play from a young age, honing partnerships and court strategies that became central to his style. By around 2016, Chong had earned a spot in Malaysia's national junior squad, integrating into the (BAM) setup while still affiliated with PBC. His early training emphasized doubles coordination and endurance, preparing him for international junior exposure. He transitioned to the full national program around 2017. This period solidified his focus on men's and , setting the stage for competitive advancements without venturing into senior circuits.

Career

Junior career (2016–2017)

Man Wei Chong entered the international junior scene in 2016, primarily competing in men's doubles alongside . In September, the duo claimed the boys' doubles title at the Celcom Axiata International Youth Under-19 tournament, marking Chong's first major junior victory. That November, Chong represented at the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships in , , contributing to the team's historic run to the final and securing a silver medal—the nation's first in the event. advanced past in the semi-finals, where Chong and Tang Jie defeated Panachai Worasaktayanan and Warit Sarapat 21–18, 21–12 in the boys' doubles match to clinch the tie 3–0. In the final, however, dominated 3–0 to claim the Suhandinata . Chong's momentum carried into 2017, where he again helped Malaysia earn silver at the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The team reached the final but lost 3–1 to , with Chong partnering Pearly Koong Le Tan in to open the tie with a 21–12, 9–21, 21–17 victory over Fan Qiuyue and Li Wenmei. Later that October, following these achievements, Chong was selected by the to join the senior national training squad alongside other promising juniors from Petaling Badminton Club.

2018–2019

In 2018, Man Wei Chong transitioned to senior international competition, partnering with in men's doubles to reach the semi-finals of the Spain Masters, where they fell to South Korea's and 11–21, 17–21. This marked an early highlight in his senior career, demonstrating consistency against established pairs. Throughout 2018 and 2019, Chong competed in multiple BWF International Series events, including the Korea Masters, Macau Open, International Challenge, and International Series, building experience across both men's and mixed doubles formats. These appearances contributed to steady ranking improvements, particularly in . In 2019, Chong paired with in , advancing to the final of the Malaysia International Challenge before losing 16–21, 21–19, 18–21. This runner-up finish propelled their partnership, leading to a career-high world ranking of No. 74 in by March 2020. Post-junior phase, Chong increasingly emphasized men's doubles partnerships while incorporating mixed events, adapting training to enhance tactical versatility and endurance for senior-level demands.

2021

In 2021, Man Wei Chong formed a stable men's doubles partnership with , marking a significant shift from his earlier exploratory pairings in senior events. This duo quickly emerged as a core component of Malaysia's national team, leveraging complementary styles—Chong's aggressive net play and Wun's solid rear-court support—to secure multiple titles on the BWF International Series circuit. Their collaboration, which began gaining traction post the 2020 Olympic postponement, allowed Chong to focus on consistent international exposure rather than junior transitions. The year proved breakthrough for the pair amid the global resumption of tournaments following disruptions, which had halted most events in and compressed the calendar into a dense schedule of European-based competitions. This post-pandemic revival provided Malaysian shuttlers like Chong and Wun with critical match practice and ranking points, though it also intensified physical demands due to travel restrictions and bio-secure bubbles. Their first major success came at the Polish Open in March, where they defeated compatriots Chang Yee Jun and Chia Wei Jie 21-17, 20-22, 21-19 in the final to claim the men's doubles title. Building momentum, Chong and Wun won the Spanish International in June, overpowering France's Lucas Corvee and Ronan Labar 21-9, 21-17 in the final for their second title of the year. This victory highlighted their growing tactical maturity, as they adapted to varied opponents in a field featuring European and Asian contenders. Later, at the Irish Open in , they dominated England's Rory Easton and Zach Russ 21-7, 21-17 to secure a third International Series crown, underscoring the duo's rapid ascent. However, they fell short in two finals: runner-up at the Czech Open in after a 21-13, 15-21, 15-21 loss to Singapore's and , and at the Welsh International in December, where they were defeated by South Korea's and Kim Sa-rang. These results propelled Chong and Wun into the world's top 50 in men's doubles by mid-2021, a sharp improvement from their combined pre-year rankings outside the top 100, fueled by the points from three titles and two finals in quick succession. The partnership's success not only boosted Malaysia's depth in the discipline but also positioned them as reliable performers in team events, contributing to the nation's bronze at the . The condensed schedule, while challenging, amplified their breakthroughs by offering uninterrupted competitive rhythm after over a year's hiatus.

2022

In 2022, Man Wei Chong and his doubles partner , who had begun competing together the previous year, elevated their performance to secure their first titles at the Super 300 level. They claimed victory at the Syed Modi India International in January, defeating 's Krishna Prasad Garaga and Vishnuvardhan G. Panjala in the final with scores of 21–12, 21–12. This win marked a breakthrough for the Malaysian pair, propelling them from outside the top 50 into the world rankings' upper echelons. Building on this momentum, and Tee achieved another significant triumph at the Taipei Open in July, where they stunned the Tokyo Olympic gold medalists and of in a thrilling three-game final (21–18, 11–21, 21–18). Ranked as low as world No. 36 entering the tournament, their upset victory over the top-seeded hosts not only earned them US$39,500 in but also highlighted their growing prowess against elite competition. These successes contributed to a rapid ranking ascent, with the pair climbing into the top 25 by September and approaching the top 20 by year's end, reflecting their transition to consistent challengers in higher-tier events. On the team front, Man played a key role in 's men's squad that captured the gold medal at the Team Championships in in February, defeating 3–2 in the final; he contributed decisively in doubles matches, including a 21–5, 21–5 rout of Kazakhstan's Jangir Ibraev and Ilya Lysenko during the group stage. Later that year, at the Southeast in in May, earned silver in the men's team event after a 3–0 loss to in the final, where Man and competed despite sustaining injuries—Man with a issue and with an ankle problem—underscoring their resilience amid the regional rivalry. These team accomplishments further solidified Man's reputation as a vital asset in 's badminton ecosystem.

2023

In 2023, Man Wei Chong and his doubles partner demonstrated growing consistency on the , reaching multiple finals and making their debut at the World Championships, which highlighted their maturation amid stiffer international competition. Their campaign began strongly at the Malaysia Masters, a Super 500 event, where they advanced to the men's doubles final after defeating higher-seeded pairs, including a semifinal victory over Japan's and . In the final, they fell to South Korea's and 15–21, 24–22, 19–21, securing a runner-up finish that marked their first appearance in a Super 500 final and earned them significant ranking points. The pair carried this momentum into mid-year tournaments, culminating in a title defense at the YONEX Taipei Open, a Super 300 event where they had won in 2022. Seeded third, they navigated a challenging draw, including a semifinal upset over compatriots Ong Yew Sin and Toh Ee Yi 17–21, 21–19, 21–9, before clinching the championship in the final against Taiwan's second seeds Lu Ching-yao and Yang Po-han 20–22, 21–17, 21–14. This victory not only defended their previous title but also boosted their confidence against top Asian opposition, with Man noting post-match that their improved net play was key to the comeback in the decider. Later in the season, at the CLASH OF CLANS Arctic Open, another Super 500, they reached their second final of the year by upsetting world No. 5 Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik 21–11, 21–18 in the opening round and overcoming Denmark's Rasmus Kjær and Frederik Søgaard 19–21, 21–19, 21–19 in the semifinals. However, they were defeated in the final by Denmark's fourth seeds Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup Rasmussen 21–18, 21–17, finishing as runners-up and underscoring their ability to compete at elite levels despite the straight-sets loss. At the TotalEnergies BWF World Championships in —their debut at the individual world stage—Man and Tee progressed to the third round (round of 16) as unseeded entrants, showcasing resilience in a tough draw. They opened with a straight-sets win over France's Lucas Corvée and Ronan Labar 21–17, 21–18 in the round of 64, followed by a victory in the round of 32 to advance. Their run ended against world No. 3 seeds China's Liang Wei-keng and Wang Chang, where they led 14–9 in the second game but ultimately lost in three games, highlighting the challenges of facing dominant top pairs without prior major experience. Building briefly on their 2022 contributions, this performance affirmed their role in Malaysia's deepening doubles bench. Throughout the year, Man and faced notable challenges, including navigating injury concerns for , who dealt with minor strains that affected preparation for key events, and consistently tough draws against top-10 opponents like the Korean and Danish finalists. doubles director Mainste emphasized post-Taipei that their primary hurdle was sustaining wins over elite pairs, a maturation process amid rising global competition in men's doubles. These experiences, coupled with targeted training on mental toughness and tactical adaptability, positioned them for further breakthroughs in subsequent seasons.

2024

In 2024, Man Wei Chong and partner marked a breakthrough by reaching the final of the Indonesia Open, a prestigious BWF Super 1000 tournament held in . Seeded 20th, they navigated a challenging draw, including a tense quarter-final victory over Taiwan's and (21-19, 21-17) and a semi-final triumph against Indonesia's 29th-ranked Sabar Karyaman Gutama and Moh Reza Pahlevi Isfahani (29-27, 21-13). In the final, they mounted a strong challenge against China's second-ranked and Wang Chang but ultimately fell 19-21, 21-16, 21-12, securing their first Super 1000 runners-up finish and earning US$45,500 in prize money. The duo showcased improved consistency across other elite World Tour events, reaching the quarter-finals at the Perodua Malaysia Masters Super 500 in , where they were defeated 18-21, 16-21 by the eventual silver medalists, South Korea's and . Later in the year, at the Super 500 in , , they again advanced to the quarter-finals after a dominant 21-10, 21-15 win over Scotland's Alexander Dunn and Adam Pringle in the round of 16, only to lose a competitive match against the world No. 1 pair and Wang Chang (specific scores unavailable in reports). These deep runs in Super 500 tournaments underscored their ability to compete against top-tier opposition. Building on their 2023 finals experience, the pair's 2024 performances stabilized their in men's doubles around No. 12 to 14, reaching as high as No. 13 by October. This consistency reflected ongoing partnership refinements, including enhanced tactical coordination and resilience in high-pressure matches, positioning them strongly for sustained contention in future international cycles, including preparations toward the 2028 .

2025

In 2025, Man Wei Chong and his men's doubles partner achieved their most successful year to date on the , securing two Super 500 titles and reaching multiple semifinals. Their campaign began strongly at the PETRONAS Malaysia Open, where they advanced to the semifinals before falling to China's Chen Boyang and Liu Yi in a three-game thriller (24-26, 21-16, 13-21). This result highlighted their improved consistency against top-tier opponents early in the season. The duo's breakthrough came at the DAIHATSU Indonesia Masters, where they clinched the title by defeating Indonesia's top-seeded Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto 21-11, 21-19 in the final, marking Malaysia's first-ever victory at the event since its inception in 2010. Building on this momentum, they won the Perodua Malaysia Masters, overcoming fellow Malaysians Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin in the final to end a 12-year drought for a Malaysian men's doubles champion at the home Super 500 event. These triumphs propelled their partnership, which had evolved steadily since 2021, into the upper echelons of the world rankings. Mid-season, Man and Tee represented at the TotalEnergies in , reaching the quarterfinals after victories over France's and in the first round and England's Ben Lane and Sean Vendy in the second round, before losing 23-21, 21-23, 21-19 to South Korea's and in the quarterfinals. Their form carried into the YONEX French Open, where they navigated early rounds with wins over Korea's /Ki Dong-ju and England's Ben Lane/Sean Vendy before bowing out in the quarterfinals to Korea's /. By late October, their consistent performances peaked with a career-high world ranking of No. 5, achieved on October 21. In November, at the HYLO Open, the pair reached the semifinals, securing bronze after a straight-sets defeat 21-16, 21-15 to Indonesia's Sabar Karyaman Gutama and Moh Reza Pahlevi Isfahani. At the Kumamoto Masters Japan in November, they exited in the first round after a 21-19, 21-18 loss to Japan's Hiroki Midorikawa and Kyohei Yamashita. These performances, combined with their consistent results, secured their qualification for the BWF World Tour Finals 2025, their first appearance at the year-end championship. As of November 2025, they maintain a world ranking of 5 in men's doubles. Following these results, Man expressed optimism about sustaining their momentum, targeting a sustained top-10 ranking while emphasizing mental resilience in high-stakes matches. Tee echoed this, noting the titles as validation of their tactical adjustments and a boost for end-of-year events.

Achievements

BWF World Tour titles and finals

Man Wei Chong, partnering with , has achieved notable success in events, securing five titles across Super 300, Super 500, and Super 1000 levels while reaching three finals at higher tiers up to 2025. Their progression reflects a rise from entry-level Super 300 victories to competing against top-ranked pairs in Super 1000 and Super 500 tournaments, with key wins demonstrating resilience in three-set battles and straight-set dominations. These accomplishments highlight their tactical adaptability and growing consistency on the international stage. As of November 2025, the pair has qualified for the .

Titles

YearEventLevelOpponentsScore
2022Syed Modi InternationalSuper 300Krishna Prasad Garaga / Vishnuvardhan G. Panjala (IND)21–16, 21–19
2022Taipei OpenSuper 300 / (TPE)21–18, 11–21, 21–18
2023Taipei OpenSuper 300 / (TPE)20–22, 21–17, 21–14
2025Super 1000 / (INA)21–11, 21–19
2025Super 500 / (MAS)21–12, 15–21, 21–16

Runners-up

YearEventLevelOpponentsScore
2023Malaysia MastersSuper 500 / (KOR)15–21, 20–22
2023Super 500Kim Astrup / (DEN)18–21, 17–21
2024Indonesia OpenSuper 1000 / Wang Chang (CHN)19–21, 21–16, 12–21

BWF International Challenge/Series titles and finals

Man Wei Chong's achievements in and Series events highlight his early career development, particularly following the resumption of international after the disruptions in 2020. These lower-tier tournaments provided crucial opportunities for ranking points and experience, with winners earning 3,000 points toward the BWF world rankings. Chong's successes here, totaling three titles and three runner-up finishes, underscored his transition from to men's doubles partnerships, starting with a 2019 mixed doubles final alongside before shifting focus to men's doubles with from 2021 onward. In 2021, amid the gradual return to global competition, Chong and captured three consecutive titles in quick succession, signaling their rapid rise in men's doubles. Their victories at the Polish Open, Spanish International, and Irish Open not only boosted their confidence but also propelled them into higher visibility within the Malaysian national setup. These events, held in as part of the post-pandemic calendar, awarded essential points that helped elevate their rankings from outside the top 100 to within the top 50 by year's end. Runner-up finishes complemented these wins, providing valuable exposure to top competition. In 2019, Chong's mixed doubles final with Tan at the Malaysia International Challenge represented his breakthrough in senior international play, though they fell short against the experienced Chinese pair. The 2021 Czech Open and Welsh International finals, both losses in men's doubles with Tee, highlighted areas for improvement against seeded opponents but earned 1,800 points each, aiding their progression to World Tour events.

Titles

YearTournamentPartnerOpponentScoreSource
2021Polish OpenChang Yee Jun / Chia Wei Jie (MAS)21–17, 20–22, 21–19
2021Spanish InternationalLucas Corvée / Ronan Labar (FRA)21–15, 21–19
2021Irish OpenRory Easton / Zach Russ (ENG)21–7, 21–17

Runners-up

YearTournamentPartnerOpponentScoreSource
2019Malaysia International Challenge (XD)Dong Weijie / Chen Xiaofei (CHN)16–21, 19–21
2021Czech Open / (SGP)13–21, 21–15, 21–15
2021Welsh International / Kim Sa-rang (KOR)18–21, 21–18, 15–21

Team and junior achievements

Man Wei Chong emerged as a promising talent in Malaysia's junior badminton squad, contributing to the team's silver medal in the mixed team event at the 2016 BWF World Junior Championships held in Bilbao, Spain. Partnering with Chen Tang Jie in men's doubles, Chong helped secure key victories during the tournament, including a 3-1 semifinal win over Chinese Taipei, before Malaysia fell 3-0 to China in the final. The following year, at the in , , Chong again played a vital role in earning another for in the mixed team competition. He teamed up with Koong Le in to claim the opening point in the final against with a 21-12, 9-21, 21-17 victory, though the team ultimately lost 3-1 overall. These back-to-back silvers marked a significant achievement for Malaysian juniors, highlighting Chong's early contributions to collective success. In his senior career, Chong was instrumental in Malaysia's landmark at the in , , the nation's first title in the men's team event. As part of the 12-player squad, he paired with in men's doubles to deliver decisive wins, such as a 21-5, 21-5 rout over in the group stage and contributions in the 3-0 final victory against . This triumph qualified for the Finals and elevated the team's continental standing. Chong also represented in the men's team event at the 2022 Southeast Asian Games in , , where the squad earned silver after a strong run that included a 3-0 semifinal win over the , only to lose 3-0 to host nation in the final. His inclusion in the roster alongside pairs like Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik underscored his growing reliability in high-stakes team formats. Regarding the Thomas Cup, Chong and Tee Kai Wun were overlooked for the 2024 edition due to inconsistent form earlier that year, despite their prior successes. However, by 2025, national coaching director Rexy Mainaky identified them as essential depth options for Malaysia's buildup to the 2026 Thomas Cup, emphasizing their potential to strengthen the squad amid ongoing qualifications and training camps. Chong's team-oriented performances have notably enhanced 's international profile, particularly in men's doubles, where his partnership with has helped maintain the nation's depth—evidenced by holding a world No. 7 ranking in 2025—and supported overall team competitiveness in events like the Asia Team Championships. This has contributed to achieving milestones such as multiple top-10 doubles pairs, bolstering the country's badminton rankings globally.

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