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Better days for Zii Jia as he soars ahead for Paris Olympics | Scoop
Speaking after winning the Thailand Open today, Lee Zii Jia acknowledges the challenges he faced during the tournament and the importance of the victory in boosting his morale and preparations for the upcoming Paris Olympics. – Alif Omar/Scoop file pic, May 19, 2024
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Better days for Zii Jia as he soars ahead for Paris Olympics

He expresses satisfaction with his performance after reclaiming Thailand Open title today

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Julie Jalaluddin
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6:53 PM MYT

 

KUALA LUMPUR – Professional men’s singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia is riding high on the wave of victory after reclaiming his Thailand Open title today with a stellar performance.

Speaking after his triumph to BWF, Zii Jia said the win gave him a significant boost as he prepares for the 2024 Paris Olympics in July.

“This is one of my best performances so far this season,” said the 26-year-old player, reflecting on his journey to victory. 

“From the first until the final round, it has been tough. This title means so much to me.”

The Kedahan also acknowledged that the Thailand Open holds a special place in his heart, with the tournament being a venue of both triumph and personal significance. 

The first time he clinched the title was in 2022 after defeating China’s Li Shifeng with scores of 17-21, 21-11, 23-21.

“Thailand means a lot to me,” he expressed.

The victory at Nimibutr Stadium in Bangkok has not only boosted Zii Jia’s confidence but has also set the stage for his next challenge at the Malaysia Masters, which commences on Tuesday at Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil. 

He is set to face China’s Zhao Jun Peng in the first round of the bottom-half draw of the Super 500 tournament.

As he prepares to face new challenges on the court, he also remains steadfast in his commitment to peak performance and injury prevention, particularly with the Paris Olympics on the horizon. 

“The most important thing is to remain free of injuries ahead of the Paris Olympics while finding my best form and stabilising my performance,” he added. – May 19, 2024

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