Axelsen admits Zii Jia the better player in final


Crossing swords: Lee Zii Jia and Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen in action during the men’s singles final of the All-England. — AFP

PETALING JAYA: A new star is born.

World No. 10 Lee Zii Jia made a smashing breakthrough on the international stage by lifting the All-England title in stunning fashion at the Arena Birmingham yesterday.

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