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Three more sponsors from the corporate sector have pledged a cash reward of RM2 million to any Malaysian athlete who succeeds in winning the nation’s first gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. A statement from the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS), said the three companies-Yinson Holdings Berhad, Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad, and MJ Health Screening Centre-are stepping up to motivate the 26 competing athletes. “Yinson Holdings Berhad will contribute RM1 million, while Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad and MJ Health Screening Centre will each provide RM500,000. “The total amount of RM2 million will be awarded to the athlete who

The 37th Thai King’s Cup Sepaktakraw World Championship will lose some of its lustre as Indonesia and the Philippines, semi-finallists in the team regu event at the ISTAF Sepaktakraw World Cup here last May, have officially withdrawn from the tournament. International Sepaktakraw Federation (ISTAF) secretary-general Abdul Halim Kader, in a statement today, announced that the Indonesian Sepaktakraw Association withdrew from the King’s Cup to focus on the 21st National Sports Week (PONI) in the republic from Sept 8-20. ‘However, the Philippine Sepaktakraw Association (PSTA) did not provide any reason for their withdrawal by the final registration deadline on July 14.

Eyes can only see, but the shoulders bear the weight. This phrase aptly describes the situation of Nur Dhabitah Sabri and Bertrand Rhodict Lises, who now carry the challenge of restoring national pride in diving at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Reflecting on the recent challenges in diving, Bertrand Rhodict stands as the sole diver to secure a merit slot for the men’s 10-metres (m) platform event. Malaysia faced a near ‘dark moment’ as no female diver was to compete in the biggest sporting event on the planet for the first time in 24 years. However, fortune smiled as Nur Dhabitah

As the 2024 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) approaches next month, Miri is ready to warmly welcome athletes, officials, and the public, offering a blend of sports and tourism experiences. Embodying the proverb “killing two birds with one stone,” visitors can not only witness six sporting events around Miri but also explore the beauty of the region, which boasts numerous exciting tourist attractions. One of Miri’s notable landmarks is Canada Hill, known for its historical significance and for housing The Grand Old Lady, a monument marking the start of Sarawak’s oil industry in 1910. Standing proud at 30 metres, Grand Old Lady

The 33rd edition of the Olympic Games will commence in Paris tonight, marking the city’s return as host after a century. The Games, running until Aug 11, aim to create a lasting legacy as the world’s largest multi-sport event. Paris is hosting the Olympics for the third time, having previously done so in 1900 and 1924, thus matching London’s record of hosting the Games in 1908, 1948, and 2012. When the Games were last held in Paris, many countries were still recovering from the devastating impacts of World War I which broke out from 1914 to 1918. The organisers have