Malaysia is my world, says Lee Chong Wei

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Lee Chong Wei (pic) may have conquered the world in badminton, winning almost everything there was to be won, but his heart will always be in Malaysia.

In a Facebook post yesterday, the former world number one shuttler paid tribute to the country in conjunction with Malaysia Day.

“Malaysians might complain every now and then, but they will always see Malaysia as their home,” he said.

“We like to find fault. The more you care, the more you will complain.

“Anyone born in Malaysia, deep inside, (they) will know Malaysia is (their) real home,” he said.

He revealed that he had been asked to coach badminton abroad but had rejected the offers because he wanted to stay in the country.

“I received offers to coach overseas. Huge offers. But I stayed. Malaysia is much better,” he said as he pondered what the country would be like without divisive politics.

“Imagine a Malaysia without racial politics. Imagine a Malaysia with qualified, educated politicians and leaders.

“Imagine a Malaysia with one strong advanced school system.

“Election’s coming. Let’s all make Malaysia the home it should be,” he said.

In a tongue-in-cheek reveal, the former Olympian also took the opportunity to announce that his family would be expanding soon.

“Side Note. Because we love our country so much, we have added another Malaysian!

“I hope all will pray for a smooth pregnancy for (Wong) Mew Choo,” said the father of two boys.