PETALING JAYA: Former world No. 1 Lee Chong Wei won the French Open title after defeating Taiwan’s Chou Tien-chen, 21-13, 21-18.

Following the match closely, Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin congratulated Chong Wei over his success.

He tweeted: “Syabas @LeeChongWei! Gave us a tense second game but a very good morale boost for you! Now to the derby."

Gerakan Youth chief Tan Keng Liang also tweeted, "Congrats Lee Chong Wei in winning the BWF World SuperSeries #FrenchOpen #MalaysiaBoleh."

Sunday's win was Chong Wei’s first Superseries crown in 16 months.

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