The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) confirms that national men’s singles shuttler Ng Tze Yong will undergo knee surgery after scans revealed an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury sustained during his opening-round match at the PERODUA Malaysia Masters 2025.

Tze Yong, 25, was forced to retire from the match against Hong Kong’s Angus Ng Ka Long due to pain in his knee. A thorough medical examination and MRI have since confirmed a torn ACL, requiring surgical intervention. He is currently undergoing prehabilitation (prehab) to strengthen the knee and surrounding muscles ahead of the scheduled surgery.

“This is a difficult moment for Tze Yong, but he is mentally strong and focused on the recovery process. Our medical and coaching teams are working closely with him to ensure he gets the best care possible. We will support him every step of the way, both on and off court,” said Kenneth Jonassen, BAM’s Director of Singles.

Despite the setback, Tze Yong remains optimistic and committed to his rehabilitation journey.

“It’s tough to accept, especially after all the hard work leading up to this point, but I know this is just another challenge to overcome. I’m staying positive, following the prehab plan, and I’m fully focused on coming back stronger. I want to thank BAM, National Sports Institute (ISN) and everyone on the medical and coaching teams for their constant support and care. Thank you also to all the fans for your kind messages - it really means a lot to me,” said Ng Tze Yong.

The Association extends its best wishes to Tze Yong for a successful surgery and smooth recovery.