Ahmad Zahid Congratulates Pearly–Thinaah Over Japan Masters Victory 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has extended his congratulations to the country’s top women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan–M. Thinaah on their victory at the 2025 Japan Masters in Kumamoto today.

He said the triumph not only serves as an inspiration to the nation but also marks a new milestone for Malaysian badminton as the duo became the first Malaysian pair to win at the prestigious tournament.

“My congratulations to our national women’s doubles pair, Pearly Tan–M. Thinaah, on winning the Kumamoto Masters in Japan just now. Simply outstanding!

“What is even more encouraging is that this victory is Pearly and Thinaah’s third BWF World Tour title, proving that Malaysian players are capable of standing tall on the world stage. The entire nation is proud and will continue to stand behind you!” he said in a Facebook post today.

Pearly–Thinaah were crowned champions after defeating Japan’s Rin Iwanaga–Kie Nakanishi 22-20, 21-19 in the final.

--BERNAMA