Help is here if you need it, BAM tells Zii Jia

PETALING JAYA: The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) are open to helping independent shuttler Lee Zii Jia.

Zii Jia posted a series of cryptic images on Instagram five days ago, including a stitched-up figure holding a bloodstained needle, raising concerns about his mental well-being.

While the National Sports Council (NSC) allayed fears that the 27-year-old is suffering from mental or personal problems after contacting Team LZJ, BAM secretary general Kenny Goh said that the national body is willing to extend a helping hand if Zii Jia needed it.

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Zii Jia has had a difficult year, only managing to compete in the Orleans Masters and All-England in March after suffering an ankle injury in December.

“As the badminton governing body in Malaysia, we are concerned about all players.

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“We know that many have contacted Zii Jia to ask about his posts, including NSC,” Kenny said when met at Akademi Badminton Malaysia (ABM) in Bukit Kiara on Tuesday (July 8).

“If Zii Jia needs help and support, we are willing to help him if we have the expertise.”

Zii Jia has withdrawn from the Japan Open from July 15-20 in Tokyo and it is still unknown when he will return to competition.