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Chong Wei wants cheers, not jeers



LEE Chong Wei can still recall Malaysia being jeered by their fans in the failed 2000 Thomas Cup campaign at Putra Stadium and has vowed that this will not happen this time around.
Chong Wei said he will lead the campaign from the front in the May 9-16 tournament.

Chong Wei was a junior when Malaysia were knocked out in the group stages in 2000 but the World No 1 is determined that 2010 will hold fonder memories for him.

He is already on track as he has four campaigns under his belt -- three as first singles -- and has learnt to live with the pressure well.

He was, despite Malaysia falling in the semi-finals, unbeaten in the 2008 Thomas Cup in Jakarta and Chong Wei said his role as first singles will be crucial to Malaysia, especially as the team will need the fans supporting them.

"I was still a junior player then and it was not a pretty sight seeing Malaysia getting jeered by the fans then. I hope the fans will be with us throughout the Thomas Cup," said Chong Wei.
"So far, I have enjoyed excellent support from the fans and I have also done well when competing in Malaysia and I hope this continues in the Thomas Cup Finals.

"The first singles will be crucial for us and I want to stay unbeaten like in 2008. If I can do well, this will spur the team and obviously the fans will have plenty to cheer for.

"We have to perform as a team and I am optimistic Hafiz (Hashim) and (Wong) Choong Hann will do their part. China have a balanced lineup but we can still challenge them.

"Lin Dan might be feeling a little down after the All England but he is experienced and it is going to be a close battle if we meet each other." NST

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