Source: REUTERS/ALAN BALDWIN
[Saba Sports News] Malaysian badminton icon Lee
Chong Wei, who participated in three Olympic Games and secured silver medals on
each occasion, has earned the moniker “Millennium Second” from his
fans. Despite the losses on the Olympic stage, Lee Chong Wei has successfully
established a business empire in Malaysia, amassing a net worth exceeding
US$100 million. Presently, Lee Chong Wei endorses numerous products, including
sports drinks, stationery, and sporting goods, and is involved in numerous
advertising campaigns each year. Additionally, Lee Chong Wei is an enthusiast
of watches and cars. He possesses an extensive collection of colorful watches,
filling three large boxes, and owns seven luxury cars, including Lamborghini,
Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Audi, BMW, among others. Notably, Lee Chong Wei
demonstrates astute business acumen. Apart from his passion for cars, he has
ventured into the automotive industry as a car sales agent, with many of his
junior players frequently approaching him to purchase vehicles. Furthermore,
Lee Chong Wei has also invested directly in real estate projects. One such
development is “Duta Suria,” situated in Kuala Lumpur’s Embassy
Street area. It consists of high-end apartments, totaling 252 rooms ranging from
96 to 232 square meters, generating substantial rental income each year.