A morale-boosting win against Jonatan puts Zii Jia back on track

By K.M. BOOPATHY

Quick reflexes: Lee Zii Jia returning a shot to Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie in the opening match. — Badminton Photo

PETALING JAYA: Shuttler Lee Zii Jia admits he still has the desire to become the first Malaysian to win the men’s singles title after getting off to a solid start in the World Championships.

But he doesn’t want to speak too soon.

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