# Anwar Congratulates Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim on Badminton Win

> Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim celebrates Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim ending Malaysia's 34-year badminton World Junior title wait.
- Title: Anwar Congratulates Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim on Badminton Win
- Summary: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim celebrates Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim ending Malaysia's 34-year badminton World Junior title wait. Malaysian badminton duo Low Zi…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/18/anwar-congratulates-low-zi-yu-genevie-lim-on-ending-malaysias-34-year-wait-for-badminton-world-junior-title/239563
- Published: 2026-10-18T12:29:22+00:00
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- Topics: anwar ibrahim, low zi yu, genevie lim, malaysia, badminton, world junior badminton championships, 2026, news, world
## Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated national women’s junior doubles pair Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim on winning the 2026 World Junior Badminton Championships title.

> An achiecement to be proud of! Congratulations to Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim on winning the girls’ doubles title at the World Junior Badminton Championships. A new chapter in the history of Malaysian badminton!
## Historic Victory
The Malaysian pair defeated Japan’s Nijika Kamata and Shizuku Kashio 15-7, 9-15, 15-12 in the final.
## Ending 34-Year Wait
Their win ended Malaysia’s 34-year wait for its maiden girls’ doubles title since the world junior meet was first held in 1992.
## Historic Milestone
Anwar described their success as a tremendous source of pride and a historic milestone for Malaysian badminton.
## Future Goals
Anwar urged both shuttlers to maintain their excellent form and further enhance Malaysia’s standing on the international stage.

> Syabas (well done), keep up the momentum and continue to make Malaysia proud!
## Key takeaway

Malaysian badminton duo Low Zi Yu and Genevie Lim won the 2026 World Junior Badminton Championships girls' doubles title after 34 years.