From Guwahati to Nagoya: Ubaidillah, Indonesia’s newest Badminton star

Indonesian badminton sensation Mohammad Zaki Ubaidillah, just 19 years old, played a pivotal role in the nation's historic 6th Asian Games team gold at the 2025 World Championships. He scored a remarkable victory over China's Weng Hong Yang, the trusted No 3 men's singles player, clinching a 3-2 win in the Men's Team event. Ubaidillah's success was driven by a strong desire to honor his late grandfather's love for the sport.

He admired the Indonesian badminton stars Jojo Christie and Antony Ginting, who serve as role models for aspiring athletes. The young prodigy's dedication and determination, honed through football and music breaks, propelled him to secure the crucial win against China, handing them their first loss in the event.