Zii Jia has tricky first round to negotiate in Malaysian Masters


Formidable foe: Lee Zii Jia will have to be on his toes right from the start against China’s Zhao Junpeng. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: Men’s singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia is set to face a tricky first-round match against China’s Zhao Junpeng in the Malaysian Masters from May 21-26 at the Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil.

World No. 10 Zii Jia, who is seeded fifth in the tournament, has been placed in the bottom half of the draw and will have to be on his toes right from the start against the 2022 World Championships bronze medallist.

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