BAM chief has given his blessings, says Zii Jia

PETALING JAYA: National shuttler Lee Zii Jia and the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) look to be a step closer to resolving the issue over his resignation from the body after a “heart-to-heart” meeting today.

In an Instagram post today, Zii Jia said he was pleased to have met with Norza Zakaria at a private meeting in which his parents were also present.

“I am happy that we are now resolving this issue with BAM after receiving Tan Sri (Norza)’s blessings to become a professional player.

“At the moment, I will commit myself to the Asia Team Championships. I hope this conclusion unites us as Malaysians and badminton fans,” the national No 1 said.

“Please continue to support BAM and also the country’s professional players who are also nurtured by BAM because at the end of the day we are one.”

Last week, BAM had announced that Zii Jia was banned from taking part in international tournaments under the Malaysian flag for two years effective Jan 18 after his resignation from BAM.

Zii Jia is currently ranked No 7 in the world by the Badminton World Federation. — Free Malaysia Today