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THIS FILM IS DEDICATED WITH SINCERE RESPECT

TO ALL MALAYSIAN ATHLETES

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

Good afternoon, I am Ewan.

Now, we are at Stadium Perpaduan

for the final match of Malaysia Open 2006

between Lee Chong Wei and Ling Dan.

I feel that this will be a very intense match

that people have waited for with anticipation,

especially badminton fans in Malaysia...

- Datuk. - Yes?

For this point, who's the winner?

Wait for the shuttlecock to drop first.

- Datuk. - Yes?

How can I be as good as you?

Just like me?

I'm Rashid.

I'm Jalani.

- I'm Foo Kok Keong. - I'm Rashid.

Hurry up. My dad is returning soon.

At 8:00 p.m. tonight

-is the live badminton competition -Thank you.

- of the doubles semifinals in Barcelona. - Hey, boss!

The team from Malaysia,

Jalani Sidek and Razif Sidek

will be competing against Korea.

This is the first time badminton

is listed in the Olympics.

Let's all put our attention

to the Sidek brothers tonight.

Lim.

Have a seat.

Razif and Jalani.

Malaysia will surely win this game.

Razif is my idol.

Malaysia will surely win the gold medal easily.

My motherland

Land whom I spill my blood

Your dad!

Sorry, boss. Rather late today.

All right.

The more you study, the more you earn.

Understand?

Let's go home.

Come on. Eat more.

- Eat more. - Thank you, Mom.

More, please.

- Ah Chai. - Yes?

Stop bringing Chong Wei to work. He's getting tanned.

I wanted him to help me, but he goes to the beach to play.

That's why he became so tanned.

From tomorrow onwards, come home and study after school.

Don't go elsewhere.

- Understand? - Okay.

Isn't tonight the Olympics semifinal?

I know.

I'll watch it at the coffee shop later.

- I want to watch it too. - Bring me along.

What do you know about badminton?

Dad.

It'll be dark after the match.

I'll give you a ride.

Start the motorbike first.

And we'll go together. Okay?

I'll go now.

Come back early.

Hello, sir. Did your car break down again?

Yes, it's so late. Where are you going?

I'm going to watch the Olympics.

Here you are.

Sorry!

Hey.

Sorry.

- There you go. - There you go. Smash!

Again.

Great.

See? I told you.

You can do it.

Awesome.

See? This is the way to play.

How is it now? Who's serving?

It's Jalani's turn.

- It hurts. - I'm sorry.

- How is it going? - We lost.

I keep asking you to stay home, but you never do.

You never listen.

Chong Hoon, cycle home.

Dad.

One day, I want to represent Malaysia to play badminton.

Play badminton?

What do you know about badminton?

Stop dreaming. Go home.

Dad, wait for me!

Hi, can we play together?

Do you have a racket?

No.

Let's go.

BERAPIT BADMINTON HALL

Hey.

Are you looking for a racket?

Come.

Help me install the string.

I'll give you the poster.

Sure.

Do it like this. Okay.

Plug it in. Yes, that's right.

- Like this? - Yes.

Okay. Yes, that's right.

- Here? - Yes.

If it gets stuck, pull it up.

Yes, use your middle finger.

Right.

- Is this the way? - Yes.

Sir, is this right?

Not bad.

Thank you, sir.

Sir.

What if I help you string all the rackets?

You don't need to pay me.

Can I get a shuttlecock for every five rackets I string?

- Sure. - Thank you, sir.

Just call me Mr. Ray.

Is anyone home?

Chubby.

- What's up? - Do you want to play?

- Play what? - Badminton.

BERAPIT PRIMARY SCHOOLS BADMINTON OPEN 1992

Yes!

Match point.

You're good.

One more time.

He's crazy. Let's go.

My darling!

What happened?

Naughty boy!

Look at this.

Your results are so poor.

What can you do in the future?

Let your parents sign it

and bring it back tomorrow.

Okay.

BERAPIT PRIMARY SCHOOLS BADMINTON OPEN 1992

Lee Chong Wei from Jit Sin Primary School

versus Sim Kian Pin from Berapit Primary School.

Sir, can I borrow a racket?

What?

You're here without a racket?

- I don't have one. - What?

How are you supposed to compete without a racket?

Chong Wei.

Yes!

Yes!

Mr. Ray, thank you.

This is a gift for you.

What?

You deserve to have your own racket.

You can do it.

Mom, I'm back!

Go clean up and eat.

- Mom. Look at this. - What is it?

Look at this.

What is this?

Champion?

Awesome.

Ma'am, how are you?

I'm a badminton coach. My name is Teh Peng Huat.

Chong Wei played very well today.

So I'm thinking

of inviting him to train with me.

- Train? - Yes.

Sir.

- It's okay. - Why are you playing badminton?

I told you to study, but you went to play badminton.

No wonder your result is so bad.

Are you trying to challenge me?

Give it to me.

- Give it to your dad. - Give it to me.

Give it to me!

- I said give it to me! - Calm down, Ah Chai.

Don't do that.

- Dad! - Playing badminton!

- Ah Chai! - Take it.

Show me how you can play after this.

Give it to me.

Take this back.

I won't allow him to play badminton.

Get inside!

- Get inside! - Go and clean up first.

- Go. - Playing badminton.

Ah Chai!

I'm sorry.

We can't afford to send him for training.

No, if it is about the fees,

I can train him for free.

Ma'am.

Chong Wei is really good at badminton.

If he's trained properly,

his future is full of possibilities.

I hope you can reconsider.

CHAMPION

Boy, is your boss around?

He went out for lunch.

Can you change the string for me?

I want the best string.

What do you think? Do you like it?

It's yours after you string it.

You're giving it to me?

But...

my dad doesn't allow me to play badminton.

That's because you played without a purpose.

How about this? There's a charity competition tonight.

I'll do the registration for you.

Charity competition?

Don't you know?

Helping others makes one happy.

You can play badminton

and help others at the same time.

As long as you help people,

your dad won't stop you from playing badminton.

- Yes! - Yes!

- Yes! - Yes!

- Yes! - Yes!

Why are there only adults here?

Only adults have money to do charity.

But...

they are very fierce.

Don't worry.

Just ignore them.

Concentrate on the match.

You will surely defeat them.

Once you win,

you'll be able to help a lot more people.

By that time,

your family will be proud of you.

Do you understand?

Remember.

Concentrate on the match. Just ignore them.

Yes!

Come on!

You can do it!

Yes!

You are the champion. This is yours.

- Are you happy? - Yes!

You will win more in the future.

Thank you, Mr. King Kong.

Mr. Ray, I need to leave early.

Take your time.

- Mom, I'm going to Mr. Ray's. - What?

Come back early!

That Lee Chong Wei, 100 ringgit.

Lee Chong Wei, 50 ringgit.

- Chong Wei! Time to eat! - Okay.

- Ah Chai. - Do you want to have coffee?

Yes, take this.

Here are some haw flakes for Chong Wei.

You're so generous. Did you win the lottery?

- How did you know? - Really?

Yes, your son, Chong Wei,

played an underground match yesterday.

He played very well. I was lucky to bet on him.

I won 250 ringgit.

Rascal.

Hey!

Chong Wei!

- What happened? - Chong Wei!

Come out, Chong Wei!

Where is Chong Wei?

- Ah Chai. - Chong Wei!

Where is Chong Wei?

What happened?

- Chong Wei! - What happened?

What happened?

Do you know he played underground badminton?

- What? - That means you know nothing!

How do you teach our children?

Look at this!

I tell him to study hard, but he doesn't listen.

He only plays badminton!

What's the use of these gold trophies?

You've spoiled him!

- Ah Chai. - Ah Chai.

Calm down.

- Don't be angry. - Listen to me.

- Go away! - Ah Chai!

Boss, I brought him.

Who says that playing badminton

cannot help to support the family?

If you throw this match,

all this money will be yours.

What the heck are you doing?

Do you know how to play?

Ah Chai, are you all right?

Don't cry. It's okay.

I'm sorry.

This baby was born into our family.

His fate is surely tragic.

We can be more frugal.

Eat a little less rice. Eat a little less congee.

We can still raise him.

It's okay.

Don't cry.

Are you okay?

Are you sure, Ah Chai?

We can win this match, Ah Chai. Come on.

Hurry!

- Don't run! - Don't run!

Run!

- Stop! - Don't run!

Azmi.

Azmi.

Azmi!

Azmi!

Azmi!

Azmi!

Move aside.

Hurry, move aside!

Chong Wei!

Come home with me!

Lee Ah Chai.

Long time no see you.

So this is your son.

No wonder he's as good as his dad.

You can't take him away.

What do you want?

You still owe me a game.

Let's settle it tonight.

I don't want to.

Are you scared?

We're not scared!

I know you've stopped playing for years because of Azmi.

What you did was right.

But for our son,

you'll have to play this game.

If we win,

don't ever disturb our family again.

What if you lose?

If I lose,

I'll do as you wish.

Dad.

I'm sorry.

I didn't know he was lying.

Listen up.

If you really want to play badminton,

I'll send you to Teh Peng Huat's tomorrow.

If you want to play, give it your all.

Understand?

One.

Two.

One.

Two.

One.

Two.

One.

Two.

Lee Chong Wei, do it properly.

One.

Two.

One.

Two.

The basis of playing badminton

consists of hand skills and step skills.

Hand skills consist of...

Backhand grip.

Forehand grip.

Halfhand grip.

Net side grip.

Lob grip.

The first is a blank hit.

The second is a real hit.

The first and second are blank hits.

The third is a real hit.

If your standing position is correct,

the court compound will be small.

If your standing position is wrong,

the court compound will be huge.

One step.

Two steps.

Left step, move. Right step, hit.

QUALIFIER, BADMINTON ACADEMY MALAYSIA

Coach, have a drink.

Chong Wei and Ah Chai will be back soon.

- Mrs. Lee. - Yes?

I'm not here

to look for Chong Wei.

Is it about the fees?

Sorry, we'll pay you by next week.

No, please take a seat.

I'm not here for the fees.

I would like

to talk about Chong Wei.

What are you doing?

Mom, I'm excited.

I wonder when I can go to Kuala Lumpur.

They told me.

The national team didn't pick you.

Why?

They said...

they will choose you when you grow taller.

I know.

I am

a dwarf.

It's my fault.

I didn't provide you with nutritious food.

I heard

that drinking potato root soup

will help you grow taller.

How about I cook it for you every day?

Let's try again next year.

Okay?

Chong Wei, it's okay.

It's okay.

- Mom. - Yes?

I've made you the potato root soup. Go and drink it.

Okay.

Mom, I finished it.

Am I taller now?

Yes.

- Drink it again tonight. - Okay.

Mom, am I taller now?

Yes, taller than Chong Hoon.

Really? Don't lie to me.

- Drink it again tonight. - Okay.

- Mom, I'm leaving for school now. - Okay.

"Am I taller now?"

Don't be nervous.

Keep your tempo.

Don't forget about your skills.

Okay?

Okay. Go!

Are you okay?

Cramp?

Are you still able to play?

- Are you good? Feeling better? - Are you okay?

Are you sure you can continue?

I'm okay.

This is Lee Chong Wei from Bukit Mertajam.

He beat some of our best players today.

Although he didn't win,

he never gave up.

He's got some raw talent and potential.

And I think he should be on the national team.

I know him.

He is famous in Bukit Mertajam.

Doesn't he look like a monkey from a circus?

I think his badminton technique is kind of a mess.

And he has never been trained properly.

That's exactly why we should take him.

Isn't it our job to train

and make them a better player

and bring out the best of them?

Why don't we vote?

Raise your hand if you choose Lee Chong Wei.

Eight against seven.

I want him.

All right.

It's a draw.

I agree to take him.

There are so many dishes.

What else are you bringing?

Nothing. Just some biscuits.

Why don't we finish these first? The table is full.

- Eat. - Eat.

- Mom, eat. - Dad, eat.

- Okay, eat. - All right.

You're leaving for Kuala Lumpur.

We don't know when we'll see you again.

Eat more.

Thank you, Bee Kim.

Bee Kim.

Bee Kim, don't cry.

What are you crying for?

All right, don't cry.

I thought you wanted to get married and stay in Kuala Lumpur.

- Chong Eng. - Don't talk nonsense.

Bee Kim, Kuala Lumpur is nearby.

I will come back often.

Hello.

Here's another person leaving for Singapore.

Showing off. You talk so loud.

You think no one knows you're going to Singapore?

Here's some cash.

Use it wisely.

- Thank you, Dad. - Thank you, Dad.

Chong Hoon, take care of yourself in Singapore.

We can never be too careful. There might be bad guys.

Don't talk nonsense.

Both of you must call home often.

Especially you.

Don't always hang out like the time when you were a kid.

Hear that? Don't always hang out.

- That's you. - It's you.

Both of you are the same.

Enough, let's eat.

Eat and sleep early, then set off early in the morning.

- Okay. - Bee Kim, come.

- Let's eat. - Mom, let's eat.

- Thank you, Mom. - Eat up.

Is it true that you want to marry in Kuala Lumpur?

Don't listen to him.

Otherwise, why would he say so?

- Are you in a relationship? - No.

Wong Choong Hann?

And Chan Chong Ming.

Who are you looking for?

I am looking for the hostel master, Mr. Haw.

Do you know where he is?

- I do. - Where?

Sorry.

Mr. Haw, I am...

- Lee Chong Wei, right? - Yes.

You're looking for your room?

Follow me.

The toilet is at the back.

You can do your laundry and shower there.

You can hang your clothes here.

- Mr. Haw. - Yes.

The girls' hostel is downstairs. You can't go there.

You can't go out after 10 p.m. Lights will be off automatically.

If you need light,

the table light is available.

Okay, here is your room.

Any questions?

- No question. - Okay.

Gather in the field at 6 a.m. tomorrow.

Okay. Thank you, Mr. Haw.

- Good morning, Coach! - Good morning, Coach!

Morning.

Okay, take a rest.

Not you.

Five more rounds.

Yes, Coach.

Hey, Chong Wei.

- You do weightlifting. - Okay, good.

- Let me help you. - Thank you.

No problem, come.

One more.

- He's so weak. - Chong Wei.

- Are you okay? - Are you okay?

- Coach. - Coach.

We

will go to All England.

Only eight players will be selected.

- Understand? - Yes, Coach!

So all of you, show me your best.

Show your commitment.

Show your discipline.

Until I choose you.

- Understand? - Yes, Coach!

Good. Continue training.

Little boy.

I heard you're famous in Bukit Mertajam.

What's your name again? Lee...

- Lee Chong Wei. - Lee Chong Wei.

I don't care who you are.

Old rules.

Tonight at 9 p.m.,

see you at the badminton court.

Chong Wei.

You must be careful of Kun Cheng.

When he smashes, it's extremely fast.

Be serious.

He always bullies the new guys.

What's up?

Are you praising me?

How cute.

Old rules.

Three points

to decide who wins.

Play within the box.

Chong Wei, score points within the box.

In the box, Chong Wei.

Yes!

Do you understand the rules?

Net.

Push.

Lift.

Net.

Tap.

- Yes! - Yes.

What is that? Little boy playing like a monkey?

I told you he is from the circus.

Playing like a country bumpkin?

Chong Wei, come on.

Chong Wei, you can do it.

Where are your monkey tricks?

Use it before you lose.

Country bumpkin.

Play your monkey tricks.

Clothes for this month.

Wash it.

Let's go.

Like a monkey playing badminton.

Just now,

you missed the Bukit Mertajam monkey playing badminton.

Yes, it was so funny.

I heard he was not qualified for the national team.

I don't know how he got so lucky.

Lucky brat.

Sorry.

Stand up.

- Good morning, ma'am. - Good morning, ma'am.

Good morning, class. Sit down.

Please open to page 90.

May I borrow a pen?

Thank you.

Mew Choo.

Don't forget our date.

Tonight,

let's practice together.

Yang Kun Cheng!

You're late again!

- Go back to your seat. - Okay.

Sorry.

Ready.

Remember what I taught you?

Come on, let me teach you how to defend.

Your wrist.

Higher a bit.

Then push like this.

Correct.

That's right.

Just like this.

Mew Choo.

I want to return this to you.

Mew Choo.

Hey.

- Mr. Haw. - Mr. Haw.

What are you two doing?

I'm teaching him how to play.

Chong Wei.

Misbun wants to see you.

Good luck.

Why did you come here?

I...

Don't tell me you don't know why you're here.

Just tell him your dream.

I want to be...

world number one.

World number one?

Let me ask you.

What have you done to achieve your dream?

I will make your dream come true.

However,

are you willing to give me all your time and energy?

Yes.

Meet me at 5 a.m. tomorrow.

Thank you, Coach.

Haw.

Hello?

Hello?

Is this Chong Wei?

The world number one is crying?

Mr. Haw.

Everyone here

doesn't lack opportunities.

But determination.

I don't know if those who stay will become world number one.

But if you walk out,

you will definitely not.

Let's go.

We'll go eat at the Mamak stall.

Mr. Haw.

It's 10:30 p.m. now.

I am the hostel master.

I set the rules.

Let's go.

Peace be upon you.

And upon you peace.

How are you today?

The doctor said

he wants me to take more high-protein food

because it's good for my kidney.

I see.

Have you found

the one you have been looking for?

I hope...

he is the one.

Good morning.

You woke up early.

It's so early.

Let's meet at the gym later, okay?

He's so weird.

I think he is crazy.

- Forty-seven. - Forty-seven.

- Forty-eight. - Forty-eight.

- Forty-nine. - Forty-nine.

- Fifty. - Fifty.

Okay.

REMEMBER TO RETURN THE PEN

You can do it.

Yee Hao.

Chin Chok.

Hafiz.

Keng Quan.

Chong Wei.

The eight of you

have been selected for the All England Championship.

Congratulations.

But remember.

I want you to maintain your performance.

- Understand? - Yes, Coach!

For those who weren't selected,

don't give up.

Continue your run.

Chong Wei.

Coach.

The doctor said there's some problem with my knee.

I have to run on the grass.

Okay.

Ariff.

Coach.

Yee Hao.

Jia Jun.

Coach.

Keng Quan.

Coach.

Kun Cheng.

Coach.

You haven't called my name.

Your name is not on the list.

Coach.

That day,

didn't you already choose me?

Isn't your knee injured?

So you stay here

and have as much rest.

Coach, sorry. Bring me, Coach.

I'm ready. No more pain, Coach.

- I'm cured. Look! - Lee Chong Wei!

I already canceled your name.

Why?

Do you think the badminton court in England

is made of grass?

Coach.

Coach.

Coach!

Coach.

Please, Coach!

I'm already okay, Coach.

Coach.

I'm okay.

Coach.

Please.

- Chong Wei. - Mom.

Why did you come back?

It's okay. You're home now.

- Dad. - Dad.

- Mom. - Welcome back.

- Happy birthday. - Happy birthday.

Okay. Thank you.

Come, sit down.

The food will be ready. Sit down.

- Okay. - Okay.

Why were both of you not selected

for the All England Championship?

Dad, I'm sorry.

My performance wasn't that good.

I will work harder.

It's okay.

Just do your best.

Mew Choo, how about you?

I will work harder.

Your sister had injuries that affected her performance.

What about you?

Don't look at your sister.

Don't think I know nothing.

You're in a relationship with that Lee guy, am I right?

Listen up.

If you want to date him, come back.

If you still want to stay on the national team,

stay focused on your training.

They just arrived. Stop nagging.

Come, let's eat.

Let's eat.

Dad, eat more.

I had a bet with Jay.

The one who loses pays for the court fees.

Get it from him.

But I didn't see Jay today.

Are you saying I'm lying?

Do I need to lie for this small sum?

Don't bully the elders.

Who are you?

It's none of your business.

I'll give you ten points.

If you lose, you'll have to pay.

Give me ten points?

What if you lose?

If he loses,

whenever you come,

I won't charge you.

Deal.

Who are you?

I am Lee Chong Wei.

I still remember when your dad first brought you here.

You were always lazy.

You didn't like the physical training.

Don't think I didn't know you weren't jogging.

Why didn't you expose me?

You're smart.

With your talent,

you can beat my best student anytime.

Your talent is just like this feather.

You must collect them.

Put them on the right shuttlecock.

Then only can shuttlecock

fly higher

and further.

You came to visit me.

I feel happy about that.

But it's time to go back.

No matter what happens,

Berapit is always your home.

All, come here.

- Hafiz! - Hafiz!

- Hafiz! - Hafiz!

Okay.

Congratulations to Hafiz

for becoming the All England champion.

And also those who represented the country,

a round of applause for them.

I want all of you to listen.

I want all of you to take Hafiz as an example.

He was committed. He worked hard.

He became the champion.

Chong Wei.

Coach.

How is your knee?

It has healed, Coach.

Good.

Put him on weights.

I want him to train with Kun Cheng.

- For 20 minutes. - Okay, Coach.

Kun Cheng, lift up.

Lift.

Strike.

More, jumping smash!

Who said you can stop?

Who said you can stop?

Higher!

Faster!

I forbid you from touching the racket for a week.

Starting tomorrow, come early

and pick up the shuttlecocks.

Lee Chong Wei.

Mew Choo wants a few words with you.

About All England,

I already knew.

Why didn't you tell me?

I'm fine.

Don't worry.

Chong Wei.

I have something to tell you.

What is it?

We

have to break up, okay?

Why?

I thought we were doing fine.

I know I shouldn't tell you this right now.

But...

my dad doesn't approve of our relationship.

I know.

I'm not good enough.

No, it's not what you think.

Chong Wei, listen to me.

My dad wants me to focus on the training.

He wants me to qualify for the next SEA Games.

If I can't make it,

he won't allow me to stay on the national team.

Chong Wei.

Let's work hard together and get a good result.

So that he will accept us.

Shall we?

Mew Choo.

It's time to go.

I will wait for you.

Chong Wei!

What happened?

- Mr. Haw. - Mr. Haw?

Something happened to Mr. Haw.

- Mr. Haw was in an accident. - What?

- Chong Wei, wait a minute! - Chong Wei!

Hurry up, Chong Wei!

Hurry!

Mr. Haw?

It's not our fault.

It was Mr. Haw's idea.

Lee Chong Wei.

Come here.

I am Latifah,

Misbun's wife.

If Misbun did anything wrong to you,

let me apologize on his behalf.

No, I'm fine.

Misbun is the eldest

in his family.

His dad raised him strictly.

Because

his dad had a dream

to create a champion.

So since he was young,

Misbun has borne the dreams

of the entire Sidek family.

What am I proud of Misbun?

It's his belief

that there's no dream that can't be achieved.

Except for those who give up early.

Chong Wei.

Your appearance in the team

lit up his hope.

Your dream is his dream.

Do you know?

The time that he spends with you

is more than the time he spends with me.

But I don't mind.

Because

we already treat you as part of our family.

TO MEW CHOO

CONGRATULATIONS, I'M PROUD OF YOU.

SEND

Don't just talk about it. You need to train too.

Train.

How else do you think Mew Choo won?

Mew Choo...

Chong Wei, come on.

On my right,

Lee Chong Wei from Malaysia.

On my left, Ling Dan from China.

Good job.

Maintain your stamina, okay?

All right.

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Ling Dan! - Ling Dan!

LING DAN REMAINS STRONG

So what do you think of Lee Chong Wei's performance?

Lee Chong Wei is too old to be under our training.

His technique has been rooted.

He had no good basics.

Of course he couldn't play well.

Yes, his performance isn't stable.

We'd better not waste our time.

And I don't think he should go to All England.

Misbun, what do you think?

Chong Wei's skill is as good as Ling Dan's.

But Ling Dan distracted his tempo.

He lacks confidence

and also the ability to overcome distractions.

This is not about the skill.

It's all about mentality.

That is not an excuse!

The fact is

he couldn't beat Ling Dan.

So what do you propose for the All England Championship?

I hope that he can join.

I'll bear all the responsibilities.

Enough.

Enough.

I said stop!

I said stop.

Do you know why you lost?

I don't have enough stamina!

You don't lack stamina!

You pressure yourself!

I fight for the championship.

Is that wrong, Coach?

Chong Wei, listen to me.

I need a player

who can go far.

Not a player who only thinks of winning a match.

I want a player

who can challenge every single match.

And I want a player

who can maintain his championship.

Understand?

Chong Wei.

I know you can do it.

I've already treated you as my son.

I will pass on all my knowledge and experiences to you.

You're going to be number one.

Let's go.

The bus has arrived.

Coach, you can leave first.

I want to walk back.

Coach.

Sorry, Coach.

I've tried my best.

Six more months until the Malaysia Open.

Ling Dan will be back.

Just fight back.

I heard you're leaving BAM.

Is it true?

Then who will train me?

I don't know. I heard he's a coach from China.

Li Mao.

But the important thing is you must learn from him properly.

Do you know why I didn't let you go to the last All England?

You and I.

Both of us carry the weight

to fight for the glory of our country.

My job is to make sure that every player I choose

is 100 percent ready.

Actually, my purpose was to protect you.

Do you remember

why I wanted you to pick up the shuttlecocks?

In the world of badminton,

there's dignity.

So when you throw your racket on the floor,

it means that you're throwing your dignity on the floor.

So how can we show glory for our country?

When we pick up the shuttlecocks,

we will bend down.

We will be humble.

When we are humble,

no matter what challenges appear,

we will have the strength to face them.

- Understand? - Understand.

Coach.

Do you think I can defeat Ling Dan?

Chong Wei.

The spirit of badminton is not about winning or losing.

Look at me.

I want you to find back

the passion when you began.

And keep it deep in your heart.

How's it going?

How are you?

Are you not used to the new coach?

How did you know?

Misbun was here.

- Misbun? - Yes.

He asked a lot about your youth.

He wanted me to tell you this.

In the upcoming Malaysia Open,

the system of 21 points will be adopted.

The tempo will be faster.

So you'll need to maintain your physical training

to have an instant power surge.

Li Mao's training focuses on the skill part.

He will help you.

Wong Choong Hann was injured in the Thomas Cup.

He needs half a year to rest.

In this upcoming Malaysia Open,

you will face Ling Dan again.

Chong Wei.

When you lose your confidence,

think of the people who believe in you.

Mr. Teh, I will go all out.

Mom, you're still awake?

Yes.

How about you?

Why do you keep these torn clothes?

The blanket you used as a kid

was sewn with all these cloth pieces.

Chong Wei.

I'm happy that you're taught by so many coaches.

You must appreciate them.

Maybe what they taught you

is like all these cloth pieces.

You need to patch them up piece by piece.

Understand?

Someday, it's going to be useful.

I got it.

Your mom is right.

Ask yourself.

Why do you play badminton?

Tomorrow, you're going back to Kuala Lumpur.

This is your favorite haw flakes.

Take it.

If you're playing only to be the champion,

you already got it a long time ago.

One day, I want to represent Malaysia to play badminton.

Don't return to the center after a completed movement.

Expand your center point.

Use the first step after you land as your center point.

And forecast the arrival of the next shuttlecock.

Good afternoon, I am Ewan.

Now, we are at Stadium Perpaduan

for the final match of Malaysia Open 2006

between Lee Chong Wei and Ling Dan.

I feel that this will be a very intense match

that people have waited for with anticipation,

especially badminton fans in Malaysia.

At least it's mentioned like this from the papers...

Boss, one ginseng coffee.

Why did you come so late? The game is starting soon.

This is a one-time event.

Now, you can see

and feel the passion from our badminton fans

in Malaysia and also from China.

It's getting heated up here

and I can feel the heat burning inside the stadium.

Malaysian Open 2006.

The men's singles final is starting soon.

The supporters' passion is coming to an extreme.

We're awaiting the arrival of the two top players.

Will Malaysia's first seeded player, Lee Chong Wei,

defeat his strong rival, Ling Dan from China?

We look forward to it.

Ladies and gentlemen.

Welcome to the 2006 Malaysia Open.

It's China's Ling Dan taking on the Malaysian hero, Lee Chong Wei.

In the venue itself, as you can see behind me,

national patriotism is running at an all-time high.

Even compatriot, Wong Choong Hann,

has come to show his support for Lee Chong Wei

even though he's carrying an injury.

On my right, Ling Dan, China.

On my left, Lee Chong Wei, Malaysia.

Love all.

Play.

A nice shot from Lee Chong Wei.

We observe the speed of Ling Dan.

He's famous for his speed and fast-paced wrist movement.

What a quick tap from Ling Dan.

Once again.

Beautiful shot.

It was Chong Wei's turn to finally execute a drop shot

with the shuttlecock in front of the net

and wait to tap.

And that was a win

for Lee Chong Wei.

That is Chong Wei.

- Chong Wei! - You're obviously excited.

What are you feeling?

If Chong Wei wins, Malaysia will announce a holiday.

Holiday!

If Chong Wei wins,

I'll leave my car here and walk all the way home!

- Yes! - Chong Wei!

The match is still ongoing.

A quick drop shot from Ling Dan.

An exciting shot from Ling Dan. It's 18 to 15.

Chong Wei has to score after this.

An exciting shot from Ling Dan.

He wins this set.

The second set is over.

Come on.

After the fantastic and nerve-racking second set,

Chong Wei needs to be very careful

as Ling Dan is not a simple opponent.

He uses all opportunities wisely.

God bless.

An aggressive smash from Ling Dan.

Ling Dan is so fast.

It's 11 to 7.

Ling Dan is leading against Lee Chong Wei.

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Come on, Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

Chong Wei failed to respond.

Beautiful gameplay from Ling Dan.

It's 18 to 12.

It's 19 to 13.

Ling Dan got one more point.

Ling Dan is waiting for the final point.

It's 20 to 13.

Chong Wei.

When you lose your confidence,

think of the people who believe in you.

Chong Wei rises up from the badminton court.

And he's ready to continue the set.

It's 20 to 13.

Will Ling Dan be able to win the last point?

It's also the match point.

Incredible return by Lee Chong Wei.

Look at that.

Out!

Amazing.

Yes!

Nice shot.

Lee Chong Wei cannot make any mistakes.

Such a beautiful shot, Chong Wei.

It's 18 to 20.

Something that's almost impossible.

Tie, 20.

Magic Lee Chong Wei.

Psychologically, Ling Dan is pressured.

Will it be magic

that Lee Chong Wei can execute?

In!

Finally, Ling Dan got a point

after losing seven straight points to Lee Chong Wei.

Will Ling Dan win the last point?

Logically speaking,

he should have no problem winning

as he only needs one point.

Out! It's 21 to 21.

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

Lee Chong Wei is creating magic.

For Chong Wei, this is the last point.

The match point

and the deciding point for this game.

All the crowd in the stadium

and the audience at home watching are surely impressed

with the performance from Lee Chong Wei.

Maybe this can be written into history

for how interesting it was

for the system of 21 points,

in which every service has a point.

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

He will win for sure.

- Lee Chong Wei! - Lee Chong Wei!

I want you to find back

the passion when you began.

You deserve to have your own racket.

You can do it.

Ask yourself.

Why do you play badminton?

Everyone here

doesn't lack opportunities.

But determination.

Maybe what they taught you

is like all these cloth pieces.

You need to patch them up piece by piece.

Someday, it's going to be useful.

Understand?

- Yes! - Yes!

In! Finally, it's over.

We almost didn't believe in Lee Chong Wei.

Who would have believed in

the magic Lee Chong Wei created today?

Thank God.

He himself can't even believe

- what has happened. - I'm sorry.

This young man is crying.

Tell me. How are you feeling right now?

I thought he was going to lose this game.

And then, Lee Chong Wei magic.

That was crazy.

Bring anyone in the world,

they will tell you that was truly magic.

Lee Chong Wei!

In this game,

Chong Wei proved that there's magic in badminton.

Dear, you found the right person.

Thank God.

Lee Chong Wei, this is so dramatic.

Behind me, Malaysian supporters

are so excited and happy

for the success of Lee Chong Wei in this match.

This young player who grew up in Bukit Mertajam

kept closing the gap

even though he was seven points behind,

giving the audience a heart attack

until they witnessed the victory that belongs to us.

This is definitely a gift

for all the badminton supporters in Malaysia

and also for the fans of Lee Chong Wei.

Once again, thank you.

This is our live broadcast from the stadium.

Yes, with the hope of the whole nation,

Lee Chong Wei used his skills and once again, he has proven himself.

The champion of Malaysia Open 2006.

Lee Chong Wei won with the result

of 21-18, 18-21, and 23-21.

He succeeded in overturning

and defeating his strong rival from China,

Ling Dan.

This is not just Lee Chong Wei's victory,

but the whole Malaysia's.

Thank you again to Ling Dan and Lee Chong Wei

for giving our audience in front of the TV

such a wonderful and high-standard competition.

Thank you.

Datuk.

- Datuk. - Yes?

How can I be as good as you?

You don't have to be like me.

But...

You must be better than me.

- Can I? - Sure.

How?

As long as you give me your time and energy.

- I can. - Let's go then.

Run for five rounds.

What? Five rounds?

Datuk.

Datuk.

- Datuk. - Yes?

- Didn't we just run earlier? - Yes.

Didn't you say earlier

that you want to be better than me?

Forget about it, Datuk. Can we just do two rounds?

No, we can't.

If you want to be the world champion

and get the Olympic gold medal,

you have to be hardworking.

Only then can you get the first gold medal for our country.

From 2004 to 2016,

Lee Chong Wei represented Malaysia in 4 Olympics

and won a total of 3 silver medals.

With the faith of never giving up,

he was world number one for 141 consecutive weeks

and has gotten world number one for 309 weeks.

A record to date that no one can break.

He represents a spirit that is called

Lee Chong Wei.