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Datuk Lee Chong Wei Has Officially Retired And Malaysians Have Nothing But Love And Support

We wish him all the best and a happy retirement
Editor
13 Jun 2019, 01:25 PM

Main image via Beritao

After 19 brilliant years as one of Malaysia’s most notable badminton players, Datuk Lee Chong Wei has officially announced his retirement from the sport.

datuk lee chong wei has officially retired and malaysians have nothing but love and supportImage via Twitter

During a recent press conference at Menara KBS, the former world No. 1 made a heartfelt and teary announcement that he will officially be hanging up his racket.

“Today everyone know(s) more or less my intention for calling this press conference,” he said. “I would like to announce that I’m retiring from the sport after 19 years.”

“It was a tough decision to make but I was left with no option after my recent consultation with doctors in Japan last month,” he revealed.

datuk lee chong wei has officially retired and malaysians have nothing but love and supportImage via The Star

For many, the news did not come as a surprise as the badminton player was diagnosed with nose cancer last year and has since been receiving treatment.

“I was given eight questionnaires to answer about my conditions and the outcome came out to show that I’m not fit to do high intensity activities,” he said. “So it’s not suitable for me to exert myself for the sake of my health.”

Chong Wei went on to thank everyone for the support he has received over the past 19 years.

“I want to thank you, Malaysians. I want to thank a lot of people, KBS, ISN. I want to thank all my coaches, Datuk Misbun Sidek, Datuk Tey Seu Bock,” he said, holding back tears.

Malaysians took to the Twitterverse to express their love, support and appreciation for the beloved badminton champion.

Thank you for everything, Datuk Lee Chong Wei. We will forever be proud of all your accomplishments.

datuk lee chong wei has officially retired and malaysians have nothing but love and supportImage via @AstroRadioNews/Twitter

Info via The Star

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