Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: Malaysia’s Aidil Sholeh Ali Sadikin produced one of the biggest victories of his career on Sunday, defeating Singapore’s top seed Jason Teh Jia Heng in straight games to capture the men’s singles title at the 2026 Vietnam Open.
Ranked world No. 91, Aidil upset the world No. 33 Singaporean 21-16, 21-14 to secure his first career title at the Super 100 level and deliver Malaysia its first men’s singles World Tour-level championship of the season.
The victory completed an impressive week for the 26-year-old Malaysian, who had already defeated several strong opponents on his way to the final.
Aidil Sholeh Beats Jason Teh in Straight Games
Aidil entered the final as the lower-ranked player against tournament top seed Jason Teh, but the Malaysian showed little sign of being intimidated by the occasion.
He controlled the important stages of both games and completed the championship victory without requiring a decider.
- Champion: Aidil Sholeh of Malaysia
- Runner-up: Jason Teh Jia Heng of Singapore
- Score: 21-16, 21-14
- Tournament: 2026 Vietnam Open
- Category: Men’s singles
The result also gave Aidil his second victory over Jason in two career meetings.
Watch Aidil Sholeh vs Jason Teh Vietnam Open Final Highlights
Aidil Sholeh Wins First Career Super 100 Title
The championship represents an important breakthrough for Aidil after previous near misses at the same tournament level.
He had finished runner-up at the Indonesia Masters Super 100 II in 2024 and again reached a Super 100 final at the Al Ain Masters in Abu Dhabi last year.
This time, Aidil finished the job.
His Vietnam Open run included a 21-18, 21-17 quarterfinal victory over China’s Dong Tian Yao before he fought back from a game down to defeat Japan’s Minoru Koga 14-21, 21-15, 21-17 in a 68-minute semifinal.
Against Jason in the final, Aidil delivered his most composed performance of the week.
Aidil Takes Home US$8,250 Prize Money
The Malaysian collected US$8,250, approximately RM33,580, for winning the title.
Jason earned US$4,180, approximately RM17,015, as the runner-up.
More importantly for Aidil, the championship provides valuable ranking points and confidence as he looks to build momentum during the remainder of the badminton season.
Sarunrak Vitidsarn Wins Women’s Singles Title
Thailand also celebrated a major singles victory through Sarunrak Vitidsarn, who defeated India’s third seed Isharani Baruah in the women’s singles final.
Sarunrak produced a commanding performance, winning 21-8, 21-15.
- Champion: Sarunrak Vitidsarn of Thailand
- Runner-up: Isharani Baruah of India
- Score: 21-8, 21-15
Sarunrak is the younger sister by five years of Thailand’s former men’s singles world champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn and has steadily been building her own reputation in international badminton.
She won a bronze medal at the 2024 BWF World Junior Championships, and her Vietnam Open triumph represents another important step in her transition into senior competition.
Sarunrak Follows Her Own Path in Thai Badminton
Having a world-class player such as Kunlavut as an older brother inevitably brings attention, but Sarunrak is beginning to create her own identity on the international circuit.
Her straight-games victory over Isharani in the final demonstrated both her attacking ability and growing confidence at senior level.
For Thailand, the result provides another encouraging sign that the country continues to develop depth beyond its established singles stars.
Chen Zhi Ray-Lin Yu Chieh Win Men’s Doubles Title
Chinese Taipei’s top seeds Chen Zhi Ray and Lin Yu Chieh completed a strong tournament by winning the men’s doubles championship.
They defeated Singapore’s Terry Hee Yong Kai and Howin Wong Jia Hao 21-14, 21-12 in the final.
- Champions: Chen Zhi Ray/Lin Yu Chieh of Chinese Taipei
- Runners-up: Terry Hee Yong Kai/Howin Wong Jia Hao of Singapore
- Score: 21-14, 21-12
Chen and Lin had earlier ended Malaysia’s hopes in the event by defeating Choong Hon Jian and Wong Vin Sean 21-17, 21-19 in the semifinals.
Kim Yu Jung-Lee Yu Lim Take Women’s Doubles Crown
South Korea’s top-seeded Kim Yu Jung and Lee Yu Lim survived a three-game final against China’s fifth seeds Liu Jia Yue and Wang Zi Meng.
The Korean pair won the opening game 21-17 before the Chinese combination responded strongly with a 21-10 second game.
Kim and Lee recovered in the decider to close out the championship 21-14.
- Champions: Kim Yu Jung/Lee Yu Lim of South Korea
- Runners-up: Liu Jia Yue/Wang Zi Meng of China
- Score: 21-17, 10-21, 21-14
Ma Xi Xiang-Qin Hui Zhi Win Mixed Doubles Thriller
China captured the mixed doubles title through Ma Xi Xiang and Qin Hui Zhi after a dramatic three-game final against Thailand’s seventh seeds Phuwanat Horbanluekit and Fungfa Korpthammakit.
The Thai pair edged the opening game 22-20, but Ma and Qin responded by taking the second 21-18.
The deciding game remained tight before the Chinese combination finally secured a 21-19 victory.
- Champions: Ma Xi Xiang/Qin Hui Zhi of China
- Runners-up: Phuwanat Horbanluekit/Fungfa Korpthammakit of Thailand
- Score: 20-22, 21-18, 21-19
2026 Vietnam Open Champions
- Men’s singles: Aidil Sholeh of Malaysia
- Women’s singles: Sarunrak Vitidsarn of Thailand
- Men’s doubles: Chen Zhi Ray/Lin Yu Chieh of Chinese Taipei
- Women’s doubles: Kim Yu Jung/Lee Yu Lim of South Korea
- Mixed doubles: Ma Xi Xiang/Qin Hui Zhi of China
A Major Breakthrough for Aidil Sholeh
For Malaysian badminton, Aidil’s championship will be the result that attracts the most attention.
Lee Zii Jia’s early exit had initially dominated the Malaysian storyline in Ho Chi Minh City, but Aidil responded by producing the strongest tournament of his season.
He defeated seeded opposition, survived a demanding semifinal and then beat the tournament’s top seed in straight games when the title was on the line.
After finishing runner-up in previous Super 100 finals, Aidil finally has his championship.
The challenge now will be turning the Vietnam Open breakthrough into consistent results at higher-level international badminton tournaments.
