Badminton: Aaron Chia on Track to Recover from Minor Shoulder Injury, Set to Partner Soh Wooi Yik at Badminton Asia Championships
Malaysia’s men’s doubles head coach, Herry Iman Pierngadi, has confirmed that Aaron Chia is almost fully recovered from a minor shoulder injury and is set to partner Soh Wooi Yik in the Badminton Asia Championships (BAC) in Ningbo, China, from April 8-13.
According to Coach Pierngadi, Aaron had suffered only a minor injury and did not require a long recovery period. "Aaron is not yet 100 per cent recovered, but he is being closely monitored, and his condition is much better compared to when he played at the Orleans Masters and All England. Surgery is not needed, just regular treatment," he said.
The coach added that Aaron can play at the BAC and potentially rectify their weaknesses. "He can play at BAC and hopefully rectify their weaknesses," he told reporters after the national squad’s training session at Academy Badminton Malaysia here today.
Aaron and Wooi Yik lost to Denmark’s Rasmus Kjaer and Frederik Sogaard 16-21, 21-16, 18-21 in the first round of the All England in Birmingham, mainly due to Aaron’s shoulder injury. Recent media reports suggested that the world No. 6 pair might be forced to skip the BAC due to Aaron’s injury.
However, with his recovery progressing well, Aaron and Wooi Yik are expected to participate in the BAC, which is a crucial tournament for them to improve their ranking and gain more experience.
Conclusion
Aaron Chia’s recovery from a minor shoulder injury is a welcome development for Malaysian badminton fans, who were concerned about his ability to participate in the upcoming Badminton Asia Championships. With his coach’s assurance that he is almost fully recovered, Aaron and Wooi Yik can now focus on their preparation for the tournament and rectify their weaknesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the status of Aaron Chia’s recovery from his shoulder injury?
A: Aaron Chia is almost fully recovered from his minor shoulder injury and is set to partner Soh Wooi Yik at the Badminton Asia Championships.
Q: Does Aaron’s injury require surgery?
A: No, Aaron’s injury does not require surgery, only regular treatment.
Q: Can Aaron play at the Badminton Asia Championships?
A: Yes, Aaron can play at the Badminton Asia Championships and hopefully rectify their weaknesses.
Q: Will Aaron and Wooi Yik participate in the Badminton Asia Championships?
A: Yes, Aaron and Wooi Yik are expected to participate in the Badminton Asia Championships.