Aidil Sholeh Ali Sadikin is set to compete for his first title in 18 months after advancing to the final of the Vietnam Open men’s singles event. The independent shuttler secured his place in the championship match with a comeback victory over Japan’s Minoru Koga in the semi-finals on Saturday at Nguyen Du Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City.

After dropping the first game 14-21, Aidil rallied to take the next two games 21-15 and 21-17, overcoming the opponent who had previously defeated him three years ago at the Thailand International Challenge in Korat. The win offered Aidil redemption and extended his pursuit of a tournament victory following a lengthy title drought.

In the final, Aidil will face Singapore’s top-seeded player, Jason Teh. Ranked 33rd in the world, Aidil has a history of success against Teh, having defeated him in the quarter-finals of the Malaysia Super 100 event in Kuala Lumpur three years prior. The upcoming match presents an opportunity for Aidil to once again assert his competitive edge and end his title wait.

The Vietnam Open, held in Ho Chi Minh City, continues to attract strong international contenders, with the men’s singles final highlighting a competitive field. Aidil’s performance underscores his resilience and potential to secure his first major win since late 2024.