Late starter Nur Aina wins Sukma taekwondo gold
SHAH ALAM: Four years after first stepping onto the taekwondo mat, Nur Aina Qistina is a Malaysia Games (Sukma) champion, proving that starting late does not have to mean finishing behind.
Shah Alam: Nur Aina Qistina, who only began taekwondo at the age of 12, secured Malaysia Games (Sukma) gold after defeating Negri Sembilan's Mariem Adlydelisha Afea 2-0 in the girls 46-kilogramme kyorugi final at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam. Aina emphasized that the clock does not matter as much as the effort and dedication one puts into training, stating, "If you're committed to training and put in all your focus and effort into it, there will be more results."
Despite the physical strain and moments when she contemplated quitting, Aina persevered due to the evidence of her improvement with each difficult session. Her journey highlights that late starters can still achieve success through unwavering commitment.
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