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Reward for World Championship Victory
Malaysia’s national badminton champion, Toh Ee Wei, was awarded a special incentive of RM 50,000 by the Melaka state government in recognition of her triumph at the 2025 World Championships in Paris. Together with her mixed doubles partner, she created history by clinching the title in a thrilling final.
Chief Minister’s Tribute to Ee Wei
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh expressed pride in Ee Wei’s achievement, noting that her success not only elevated Malaysia’s name on the global stage but also inspired the people of Melaka. He stressed that the reward was a token of appreciation and a symbol of the state’s commitment to supporting local sports talent.
Plans for a Badminton Academy in Melaka
During her courtesy visit to the Chief Minister’s Office in Seri Negeri, Ayer Keroh, Ee Wei shared her dream of establishing a badminton academy in her home state. The state government welcomed her proposal, acknowledging its potential to nurture new generations of athletes and elevate Melaka’s standing in the national sports arena.
A Historic Achievement for Malaysia
Born on 18 September 2000 in Malacca, Ee Wei has become a trailblazer for Malaysian badminton. Alongside Chen Tang Jie, she became the first Malaysian mixed doubles pair to secure a world championship title, overcoming a strong Chinese duo in Paris to etch her name into sporting history.
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