Recently, Malaysian badminton player Lee Zii Jia sparked concern among fans after posting a series of disturbing images on his Instagram account.
The 27-year-old athlete shared 10 illustrations, featuring unsettling visuals such as a stitched-up faceless figure and another lying on a sofa with needles piercing their body.
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Needless to say, many fans were left worried about Zii Jia’s mental and emotional well-being. According to The Star, he is currently recovering from a foot injury.
Image Credit: The Straits Times
As of this year, Zii Jia has only competed in two tournaments, the Orleans Masters and the All England in March before announcing a long break to focus on recovery.
It was also reported that his world ranking has dropped to No. 27. However, Zii Jia has applied for a protected ranking from the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to safeguard his position during the layoff.
“Hang in there, Zii Jia…”
As of this article, Zii Jia’s post has garnered over 2,000 comments, with many Malaysians expressing concern and offering words of encouragement.
Image Credit: Lee Zii Jia | Instagram
Featured Image Credit: Buro Malaysia, Lee Zii Jia | Instagram
