[1] He is two-time Commonwealth Games gold medalists in the men's doubles, winning the title in 2002 and 2006.

Chan reached a career high as world number 1 in the men's doubles in April 2002.

After his unsuccessful outing in the Olympic Games, Chan's regular doubles partner was changed to Koo Kien Keat.

In the Swiss Open, Chan and Koo defeated Carsten Mogensen and Mathias Boe in a thrilling 17–14, 8-15, and 17–14 final match.

Chan and Hoon Thien How won their first title in New Zealand after beating Johan Wiratama and Albertus Njoto of Hong Kong.