Last updated on December 25, 2025
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei have etched their names into badminton history, becoming the nation’s first-ever mixed doubles world champions after a stunning victory at the 2025 BWF World Championships in Paris.
The world No. 4 pair displayed near-perfect form at the Adidas Arena, toppling China’s second seeds Jiang Zhen Bang and Wei Ya Xin in straight sets, 21-15, 21-14, in just 40 minutes.
The victory was especially poignant as it came on Malaysia’s 68th National Day, with the Jalur Gemilang raised and the national anthem played during the medal ceremony.
Breaking barriers
This triumph marked Tang Jie–Ee Wei’s first title of the season, after falling at the semi-final stage in five previous tournaments. Their last title came at the Korea Open in September 2024.
Despite trailing their Chinese rivals 2–3 in head-to-head meetings prior to the final, the Malaysians rose to the occasion with an aggressive and fast-paced strategy. Sharp smashes from Tang Jie, combined with Ee Wei’s deft cross-court placements, kept their opponents under pressure throughout the match.
The pair’s ability to silence critics of their on-court differences made the victory even sweeter, proving their resilience by defeating several of the world’s top pairs en route to the gold.
“This is the most meaningful gift we could give Malaysia on National Day,”
Tang Jie said after the match.
A historic milestone
The title is their fourth career crown since pairing in 2022, but by far their most prestigious. It is also Malaysia’s second-ever badminton world title, following the men’s doubles success of Aaron Chia–Soh Wooi Yik in 2022.
With the win, Tang Jie–Ee Wei secured 14,500 ranking points and will regain the world No. 3 spot when the BWF rankings are updated on Tuesday. The Chinese runners-up earned 12,500 points.
National pride
For many Malaysians, the timing of the victory could not have been more symbolic. The duo’s spirited performance, complete with visible displays of determination — including Tang Jie slapping his own cheek after an unforced error — underscored their hunger to deliver for the nation.
The defining moment came when Wei Ya Xin’s return struck the net, sealing Malaysia’s first mixed doubles World Championship gold medal.
