Kuala lumpur: The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) is ready to provide support for national men’s singles professional player Lee Zii Jia after he decided to end his 2025 season early due to ankle and back injuries. Its minister, Hannah Yeoh, said the ministry is open to collaborating to ensure the Kedah-born athlete can return to the court in better condition.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the ministry, along with the National Sports Institute (ISN), is prepared to assist Zii Jia if he requires any help. He is encouraged to contact ISN Chief Executive Dr. P. Vellapandian for support. The aim is to ensure Zii Jia uses this break to find peace and return next year with renewed focus and determination for his tournaments. This statement was made during the announcement of Skechers’ sponsorship for national athletes ahead of the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand.

Yesterday, the 27-year-old player expressed his intention to focus on recovery and preparation for next year’s competitions. Hannah Yeoh acknowledged the severity of the injuries, which caused him to miss tournaments he was scheduled to compete in this year. She emphasized the importance of proper recovery to prevent long-term fatigue due to the demanding badminton calendar.