Wiser Zii Jia hopes to take it slow and steady against attacking Antonsen


Easy does it: Lee Zii Jia beat India’s Kiran George 21-13, 21-18 in the second round of the Malaysian Masters. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: Men’s singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia believes patience will be key in his last eight match against Denmark’s Anders Antonsen in the Malaysian Masters today.

Zii Jia is eager to continue his winning streak after beating India’s Kiran George 21-13, 21-18 in the second round at the Axiata Arena in Bukit Jalil yesterday to set up a mouthwatering clash with world No. 4 Antonsen.

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