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Leong is the Sports Writer at the publication, covering sports across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
Insight Capital's partnership of Datuk Shamsul Azman Mahadi and Mohamad Hisham Sarjeet Abdullah claimed the gross category title at the second round of the Asian Business Golf Championship held at Glenmarie Golf and Country Club in Shah Alam.
Malaysia's government is considering adding karate to the MSSM championships calendar. Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid says the proposal will go to Cabinet next week, potentially strengthening grassroots development.
Soniia Cheah, a former Malaysian national badminton champion, has resigned as sports director of the Kuala Lumpur Badminton Association after just four months, citing principled disagreements within the organization.
The Malaysian National Cycling Federation is pushing for urgent talks with Yayasan Sime Darby to resolve disputes that led to the postponement of the YSD Track Cycling and BMX Series 2026, emphasising the need for mutual respect between strategic partners.
National sprinter Mohd Azeem Fahmi will pursue a master's degree at Universiti Malaya following his studies at Auburn University. The 21-year-old recently won gold medals at the Malaysian Open.
The Malaysian Golf Association is appealing to the government for a permanent national coach position to bolster preparations for the 2027 SEA Games, which Malaysia will host. The move aims to establish a structured development programme.
Datuk Zaiton Othman, a former Sports Commissioner, has called on Malaysia Athletics to bolster its governance framework and align with World Athletics regulations, warning of potential suspension that could jeopardise the nation's 2027 SEA Games hosting duties.
Two-time Olympic medallist Azizulhasni Awang has publicly backed technical director John Beasley, accepting that his defence could invite criticism and potential attacks if Malaysia's cyclists underperform at upcoming major competitions.
The Football Association of Malaysia has launched a four-day FIFA Capacity-Building programme targeting women's team managers and administrators, aiming to professionalize support structures and expand leadership opportunities in the sport.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lauded teenage Moto3 sensation Hakim Danish Ramli following his breakthrough victory at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno, marking Malaysia's first win in the lightweight class since 2016.
Qatar's humiliating 6-0 defeat to Canada at the World Cup has prompted experts to argue that vast spending cannot substitute for proper team building, coaching strategy, and player development in international football.
The International Sepaktakraw Federation has launched formal disciplinary action against five Thai players and three officials for allegedly refusing to continue a World Cup match against Malaysia in May, with charges to be issued within days.
Malaysia's government-backed free World Cup broadcasts through RTM and Unifi TV are alleviating costs for food business operators and the public, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said after meeting traders in Butterworth.
National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi has decided to remain in Malaysia following his graduation from Auburn University, focusing on family time and continuing his athletic pursuits under a hybrid coaching arrangement.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti brushed aside concerns following his team's opening World Cup stalemate, viewing Friday's Haiti encounter as an opportunity to fine-tune their approach.
Eighteen-year-old Noraqilah Maisarah Ramdan and Low Zi Yu are taking a measured approach to career progression, targeting the world top 50 as their immediate goal rather than rushing into loftier ambitions. The pair recently defeated a top-10 ranked Taiwan team.
Malaysia's Youth and Sports Minister has pledged to address concerns raised by track cycling technical director John Beasley, including allegations of political interference and bureaucratic obstacles, through ongoing stakeholder consultations.