The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Malaysia's National Sports Day 2026 aims to mobilise over 5.3 million participants across district, state and national levels, integrating digital technology and artificial intelligence into sports development while building momentum for the 2027 SEA Games.
Pahang state government is committing RM3.5 million this year to develop football, netball and sepak takraw, with plans to boost netball funding further next year as part of efforts to establish the state as a competitive force in Malaysian sports.
Badminton player Jimmy Wong, 23, has rejoined Malaysia's national programme and is targeting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with partner Cheng Su Yin. Working under world-class coach Nova Widianto, the pair aim to break into the top 32 by year-end.