Lee Zii Jia made a winning return at the Taiwan Open, starting his campaign with a confident performance as he continues his comeback after injury.
The Malaysian independent shuttler showed improved confidence and sharpness on court, building on the positive momentum from his Canada Open run, where he reached the semi-finals — his first World Tour last-four appearance since winning the Australian Open in 2024.
Zii Jia’s recent progress has been encouraging after a difficult period recovering from injury. His performances in Canada showed signs that the former world No. 2 is gradually returning to his best form, with improved consistency and confidence.
The Malaysian will now look to continue his run in Taiwan as he aims to climb back up the world rankings and regain his place among the sport’s elite players.
