June Wei can handle pressure of third singles, says coach


PETALING JAYA: Independent shuttler Cheam June Wei (pic) could make a difference in Malaysia’s push for a medal in the men’s team event at the Asian Games as the independent player has a track record to fill in the crucial third singles spot.

June Wei, 26, was instrumental in Malaysia’s run in the 2020 Asian Team Championship’s campaign in Manila where they finished runners-up.

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