Lee's early exposure to public performances helped him get used to the spotlight. His coach, Lin Yu-Hsin, has been the most influential person in his career. Lee also looks up to Japanese gymnast Kohei Uchimura as his idol.

Achievements and Milestones

Lee has achieved several firsts for Chinese Taipei in gymnastics. He won a silver medal on pommel horse at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, becoming the first artistic gymnast from Chinese Taipei to win an Olympic medal. In 2018, he won bronze on pommel horse at the World Championships in Doha and gold at the Asian Games in Indonesia.

Awards and Honours

Lee's accolades include being named Best Male Athlete at the 2018 Sport Elite Awards Ceremony and receiving the 2019 Guo-Guang Sports Medal. In 2022, he was honoured as an Outstanding Athlete by the Taoyuan city government.

Challenges and Injuries

Lee has faced several injuries throughout his career. He strained his left biceps muscle in March 2018, requiring three months of recovery. A month before the 2016 Rio Olympics, he broke his foot and tore ankle ligaments, limiting him to compete only on pommel horse.

Personal Life and Interests

Lee resides in Taoyuan with his wife Wu Ya Yun and their son Kyson, born in 2022. Besides gymnastics, he enjoys playing baseball. He speaks Mandarin and balances his roles as an athlete, business owner, and student.

Future Ambitions

Looking ahead, Lee aims to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. His dedication to gymnastics is evident in his sporting philosophy: "If you decide to do it, give your best. If you work hard and try hard, you will have a 50% chance to succeed. Otherwise, the chance is zero."

Documentaries

Lee's life and career have been documented in films. As a child, he was featured in 'Jump! Boys'. A sequel titled 'Jump! Men', covering 15 years of his career and life, was released in October 2017.

Chih-Kai Lee continues to inspire many with his dedication and achievements in gymnastics. His journey from performing at a local market to winning international medals showcases his resilience and passion for the sport.