KUALA LUMPUR: National badminton player Lee Zii Jia thanked his fans for their constant support, garnering widespread praise and admiration for his achievement in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
In a video shared by @badmintonmalaysia___, Zii Jia expressed his gratitude, thanking his fans for their unwavering support for the past three years.
He took the moment to acknowledge their encouragement in his remarkable achievement of winning the bronze medal at the Olympics.
Seeing all the Malaysians supporting my match at the Mamak restaurants and at home was very touching. The messages and videos meant so much to me, he said.
I want to thank everyone. Over these past three years, Ive been through a lot, and I know they still believe in me, he added.
Netizens have showered him with heartfelt wishes and offered words of encouragement to overcome the negativity he had encountered in the past.
User @Shee said Zii Jia has made Malaysians proud.
Congratulations on your achievement, Lee Zi Jia! Keep up the great workwe all love you.
@SIS SHAWA said Zii Jias backhand left everyone in awe.
Wow! Lee Zi Jia, you played so well, and I absolutely loved it, especially that phenomenal backhand. It was stunning! Congrats. she said.
User @O_Youre our badminton hero, LZJ!
Another user @~Mrs.Faz~ reminded him to keep fighting with the unwavering support from all Malaysians.
Keep fighting and let the criticism fuel your spirit. We will always support you and everyone representing Malaysia at the Olympics. You are all winners in our hearts. she said.
User @syira said his fanbase is larger than the critics, and that Malaysia stands for Zii Jia.
If a few people dont like you, remember that millions more in Malaysia stand behind you, she said.
@uncle wan said youve earned the medal, and you earn our respect every time you play, brother. Keep it up!