Chong Wei's All-England early exit might be a blessing in disguise


Lee Chong Wei having a word with coach Hendrawan after reporting for duty after his eight-month ban. RAYMOND OOI/ The Star

SEPANG: They say that every cloud has a silver lining.

And that’s how national singles coach Hendrawan views Lee Chong Wei’s first-round exit at the recently concluded All-England badminton championships.

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