Zii Jia fails to clears first hurdle at Singapore Open

By KM BOOPATHY

A file picture of Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Independent shuttler Lee Zii Jia has been shown the exit in the first round of the Singapore Open by China's Weng Hongyang on Wednesday (June 7).

Zii Jia, the world No. 10, lost 20-22, 21-16, 19-21 in 64 minutes to Hongyang, who was runner-up at the Malaysian Masters two weeks ago.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Badmintion , Singapore Open , Lii Zii Jia , Ong Yew Sin , Teo Ee Yi

Next In Badminton
Justin ready to step up again to end 20-year wait for men’s team gold
Women get bronze but tough lady Wong stands out
Justin leads Malaysia into SEA Games men's team final
Women's team settle for bronze despite Ling Ching's heroics
Former singles ace Roslin joins Egypt as head coach
Hanging tough in testing year pays off for Low-Ng as they rule National C’ships
No stopping Aaron-Kang as they bag second title in India
Coach hopes Jun Hao’s spirit rises against Kunlavut after Filipino rout
Siti and Co assure team bronze to erase 2023 Games’ nightmare
All eyes on Ee Wei-Pei Kee as women's team chase SEA Games final berth

Trending in Sport

Others Also Read

Load more

Copyright © 1995- Star Media Group Berhad [197101000523 (10894-D)]

Best viewed on Chrome browsers.