Zii Jia can rise again but must seek help, says ex-coach
Former coach Misbun Sidek suggests that badminton player Lee Zii Jia needs to seek professional help to overcome his current performance slump. Misbun emphasizes that while Zii Jia has the talent, he must be willing to accept guidance to return to his championship form.
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PETALING JAYA: Datuk Misbun Sidek believes Lee Zii Jia ( pic ) still has what it takes to turn his career around, but the independent shuttler must first be willing to seek help.
Misbun is no stranger to Zii Jia, having coached him during the early years of his career and guided him to his first World Tour title at the Taiwan Open in 2018.
Misbun believes Zii Jia still has the desire to compete despite his struggles and said he is willing to offer advice if the former All-England champion needs his help.
“For now, I can only give him advice. From what I can see, he is a good person and he still wants to play. Otherwise, he would not still be trying to compete.
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