Former Malaysian badminton coach Wong Tat Meng has expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh and the National Sports Council of Malaysia (MSN) as he continues his recovery in Australia following a life-threatening motorcycle accident last month.
The 58-year-old coach shared a photo on Facebook showing himself on a hospital bed while holding a card which was accompanied by a trilingual message thanking Yeoh and MSN for their care, prayers, and encouragement.
Thank you very much to Malaysia’s Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh, and the National Sports Council (MSN), for your care and blessings.”
He said that receiving such kindness while being treated in an Australian hospital had deeply touched him and given him the strength to focus on his recovery.
He also thanked everyone for their support and added that he will continue working hard to heal, stand on his feet again, and return to his normal life.
On the road to recovery
Wong currently serves as head coach and programme director at the Roketto Badminton Academy in Sydney.
The academy also released a 25-second video showing him taking steps with the help of two medical staff. In the background, the person recording can be heard saying emotionally, “Thank God.”
On Sept 7, Wong was involved in a severe motorcycle accident in northern Sydney and was airlifted to the hospital in critical condition.
Another motorcyclist involved in the crash died at the scene, while Wong suffered multiple major injuries and was rushed into intensive care.
He underwent several surgeries for fractures to his hip, lower limbs, face, shoulder, and neck, along with serious head and spinal trauma. He was later transferred to a specialist spinal treatment hospital for continued care and rehabilitation.
Wong’s improving condition has brought relief to fans, friends, and the Malaysian badminton community. His ability to stand and walk short distances with assistance is seen as a significant and encouraging milestone in what is expected to be a long recovery journey.
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