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Misbun: Chong Wei must learn to say no to some outside activities

PETALING JAYA: The next few weeks will be crucial to world No. 1 Lee Chong Wei as he steps up his preparations for the world championships, which will be held in Hyderabad from Aug 10-16.

And coach Misbun Sidek hopes that Chong Wei will politely say no to some invitations for outside activities that could distract his focus on training.

The Penangite has been invited by many to attend their functions and talks. And Misbun said that it was normal for a player of Chong Wei’s reputation to be in demand.

“He has to say no to some people sometimes in a nice way. It’s not easy for him to do this because he is an icon now.

“People may misconstrue ‘no’ as arrogance,” said Misbun.

“But if it is said politely, people will understand. It is important for Chong Wei to devote his time to his preparations for the world championships.”

Chong Wei will compete in the championships as the top seed and Misbun said that it was important for him to handle his emotions well.

“Being tagged as a favourite in the world championships can do good and also harm to a player. It is important to stay calm through it all,” he said.

On Sunday, Chong Wei won his fourth Open title this year at the Malaysian Open Grand Prix Gold in Johor Baru after successes in the Super Series tournaments in Malaysia, Switzerland and Indonesia.

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