What Are Malaysians Saying About Lee Chong Wei's Doping Scandal On Social Media?
Malaysians had a lot to say when it comes to the recent case of Datuk Lee Chong Wei failing a drug test.
By Darian Goh — 12 Nov 2014, 06:51 PM — Updated about 10 years ago
Malaysian shuttler Lee Chong Wei's provisional suspension from badminton from badminton was a hot topic for Malaysians on social media, especially on Twitter.
Lee Chong Wei suspended by WBF after he tested positive for drugs. Is this the fall of person who was so much looked up to by so many?
— Limkokwing (@limkokwing) November 9, 2014
Some Malaysians believed that Datuk Lee was guilty and deserves to be punished
Sad to say according to the law I think LCW is guilty and should be punish.
— Joshua Voo Kay Wyn (@JoshuaVoo) November 8, 2014
Lee Chong Wei confirm 'sangkut' doping test , will be ban for 2 years ! Ikon negara 'kantoi' hahaaa what a shame
— Jay Izzat (@jayizzat) November 8, 2014
Azizi Azri however believes that the world number one should hang his racket and retire gracefully
Hang your racket Lcw.. Its not a shamed after all efforts you have been put on our nation.. Anda masih lagenda badminton negara..
— ●▬▬ஜAzizi Azriஜ▬▬● (@azizimohdazri) November 8, 2014
Many Malaysians were generally supportive of the shuttler, claiming that he has done a lot for the country
It was such a breaking news. I don't really care about what people gonna talk about him. He has done a lot for Malaysia. Be strong, LCW!
— M♔ (@NurulMuhaiminah) November 8, 2014
It's ok LCW. Thanks for everything. You gave your very best to your country.
— tehoaislimau (@syauqee) November 8, 2014
Gautam tweeted that it was difficult to believe that Lee Chong Wei could have taken performance enhancing drugs. He gave an analogy that if the national shuttler was in fact doping, he wouldn't even be able to find his racquet.
World No.1 badminton player Lee Chong Wei suspended for doping. Please give him a break. If I was on dope, I wouldn't even find my racquet.
— Gautam Trivedi (@Gotham3) November 11, 2014
YouTuber Reuben Kang questioned the world badminton federation on why should the shuttler be punished over an anti-inflammatory medication
In support of @lee_c_wei. If BWF is gonna penalize him for anti inflammatory medication, then I have nothing to say. Good Luck Lee Chong Wei
— Reuben W.J Kang (@reubenkang) November 4, 2014
Olympic badminton silver medallist Nathan Robertson noticed that there are lots of support for the World number 1 even though the doping test returned positive
Lots of support for LCW on here even if he is guilty ... He has been a great champion but this will tarnish hugely his achievements if true
— Nathan Robertson (@Nath_Robertson) November 8, 2014
On the homefront, local politician Tan Keng Liang sympathises with Lee Chong Wei, claiming that Datuk Lee does not need anything illegal to boost his performance
feel sorry for Lee Chong Wei ....don't think he needs anything illegal to boost his performance.
— Tan Keng Liang (@tankengliang) November 8, 2014
A large number of Malaysians turned their attention on the doctor who administered the drug. They questioned how a routine medical treatment was not monitored properly.
If LCW was a victim of negligence or ignorance or even deliberate attempt by whoever, the culprit must be found and justice must be served.
— Khairul Azwan Harun (@azwanbro) November 9, 2014
Face the fact: Malaysia is 20 years behind in sports medicine. That is why Dato LCW is in this predicament today.
— ManicMom (@VersedAnggerik) November 9, 2014
This is not abt finding people to blame. This is abt owning up to one's carelessness. This is transparency. No cover up. Not even frm family
— ahmad khawari isa (@khawari1) November 10, 2014
Some were disappointed with the news of the suspension, stating that the game will lose popularity in Malaysia
Potential two year ban for Lee Chong Wei after Sample B failed doping tests. Disappointing.
— klubbkidd™ (@klubbkiddkl) November 8, 2014
Lee Chong Wei tested positive for doping. Sigh. Don't think we, Malaysians will be watching badminton for a long time then.
— not typical. (@JustinTWJ) November 8, 2014
There were some hopeful tweeters such as David Moorthy, who hoped that there is still light at the end of the tunnel
Is there still light at the end of the tunnel for Datuk #leechongwei ? Let's pray for the best Malaysia! #Badminton pic.twitter.com/3BMn4NNOLx
— David Moorthy (@DavidMoorthy) November 12, 2014
Despite all the allegations thrown at him, Datuk Lee Chong Wei has maintained that he is innocent. Thanking his fans, he said "I never cheated nor will I ever rely on banned substances".
Thank u for having faith in me. I never cheated nor will I ever rely on banned substances. https://t.co/VnyOJKid5z pic.twitter.com/eAZ9bFNN3X
— Dato' Lee Chong Wei (@lee_c_wei) November 8, 2014