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Zii Jia chokes up in interview after winning bronze

**KUALA LUMPUR:** Malaysia's badminton star Lee Zii Jia has secured a second bronze medal at the Paris Olympics after a thrilling comeback against India's Lakshya Sen. Despite losing the first game 13-21, Zii Jia triumphed in the following games 21-16 and 21-11. In a tearful interview, the world No. 7 from Kedah expressed his determination to prove himself despite past challenges and criticism. Zii Jia promised to aim for gold at the Los Angeles Olympics. Malaysia also celebrated a bronze in men's doubles by Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, surpassing their previous Tokyo haul.

06 Aug 2024