Several former and current badminton players took to social media to show solidarity with Lee Chong Wei, who has been diagnosed with an early stage of nose cancer.

Positive messages had been pouring in since the news broke over the weekend, from the likes of world no. 1 Viktor Axelsen, German shuttler Marc Zwiebler and Indian player Parupalli Kashyap.

Lee's former rivals such as Taufik Hidayat, Peter Gade and Scott Evans also wished for his speedy recovery.

The 35-year-old, who withdrew from both Asian Games and BWF World Championships due to his health condition, could be returning from his overseas treatment to Malaysia in two weeks' time.

GWS @leechongweiofficial 。Best wishes for a speedy recovery! 昨天听到一个让大家都非常难过的消息，很多时候，对运动员来说，有的人，是隔网相对的对手，更是值得晚辈学习的前辈。李宗伟，伟大的运动员，优秀的前辈，希望你能快点儿恢复。 Photo credit: badminton photo

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Dear LCW, Hope you feel a little better every day. Sending good, healthy vibes your way...# @leechongweiofficial

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Get well soon @leechongweiofficial

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Get well soon, my friend !@leechongweiofficial ?????

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Get well soon brother! @leechongweiofficial ??????

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Get well soon @leechongweiofficial ?

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