Badminton Star Lee Zii Jia Likely to Miss 2025 Badminton Asia Championships
Withdrawal from Swiss Open Raises Concerns about Participation in Upcoming Tournament
Kuala Lumpur, March 23 – A check by Bernama on the official Badminton World Federation (BWF) website has revealed that former Asian champion Lee Zii Jia has been listed as a withdrawal from the 2025 Badminton Asia Championships (BAC) in Ningbo, China, from April 8-13.
This raises concerns about his participation in the upcoming tournament. Zii Jia, who won the Asian title in 2022, had previously pulled out of the Swiss Open, which concludes today, reportedly due to a ligament injury in his right ankle.
Withdrawal of Other Malaysian Athletes
Apart from Zii Jia, Malaysia’s mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei have also been listed as withdrawals from the tournament. However, as of now, there has been no official confirmation or statement from the Badminton Association of Malaysia or Team LZJ regarding the withdrawals.
Background on Lee Zii Jia
Lee Zii Jia is a Malaysian professional badminton player who has achieved significant success in his career. He won the Asian title in 2022 and has been ranked as high as world No. 8 in the BWF world rankings. His withdrawal from the Swiss Open and potential withdrawal from the BAC has raised concerns about his fitness and availability for future tournaments.
Conclusion
The withdrawal of Lee Zii Jia and other Malaysian athletes from the BAC raises questions about their participation in future international tournaments. As the 2025 BAC approaches, fans and experts will be eagerly anticipating updates on their status and potential return to competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the reason for Lee Zii Jia’s withdrawal from the Swiss Open and potential withdrawal from the BAC?
A: According to reports, Zii Jia withdrew from the Swiss Open due to a ligament injury in his right ankle.
Q: Has there been an official statement from the Badminton Association of Malaysia or Team LZJ regarding the withdrawals?
A: As of now, there has been no official confirmation or statement from the Badminton Association of Malaysia or Team LZJ regarding the withdrawals.
Q: What is the current ranking of Lee Zii Jia in the BWF world rankings?
A: As of the latest available rankings, Zii Jia is ranked world No. 8.