PERSONAL
He speaks English, Chinese and Malay.
Lee married former team mate Wong Mew Choo in 2012 and they have a son.
His autobiography "Dare To Be A Champion" was released in 2012.
Lee ranks winning the silver medal in 2008 Beijing Olympics as his most memorable sporting achievements.
Lee's ultimate sporting ambition was to win the Olympic gold medal.
He said last April he intended to play on until the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.