A dozen Malaysian Open titles on Chong Wei’s mind


Viktor Axelsen of Denmark hits a return against Kento Momota of Japan during their mens singles semifinals match at the Thomas and Uber Cup badminton tournament in Bangkok on May 25, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Lillian SUWANRUMPHA

PETALING JAYA: With already 11 titles under his belt, surely there’s nothing left for Lee Chong Wei to prove at the forthcoming Malaysian Open.

But for the 35-year-old, chasing the 12th crown still means the world to him as he bids to create a lasting legacy in the tournament when it gets underway at the Axiata Arena on Tuesday.

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