Weightlifting federation to explore higher weight events after Commonwealth success
Its president Ayub Rahmat says the five gold medals won dispels the notion that Malaysia's strength should only be focused on the lower weight categories.
In the aftermath of Malaysia's impressive performance at the recent Commonwealth Games, the Malaysian Weightlifting Association (PABM) is looking to expand its focus to higher weight categories. President Ayub Rahmat revealed that the country's athletes possess the potential to compete at an international level in these heavier weight classes, dispelling the notion that Malaysia's strengths should be confined to lower weight categories.
At the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Malaysia achieved a remarkable feat by winning five gold medals, with Aniq Kasdan, Aznil Bidin, Erry Hidayat, Hafizuddin Ruslin, and Syahmi Nor Ghazali claiming victory in the men's 60kg, 65kg, 79kg, 88kg, and 94kg weight categories, respectively. PABM intends to collaborate with state associations to identify more promising athletes, prioritizing the development of quality individuals who can meet international standards.
Rahmat emphasized that the national team's success at the Commonwealth Games should serve as inspiration for state athletes competing in the upcoming Selangor Sukma Games, urging them to strive for even greater accomplishments.
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