Eat, train, repeat: Putri overcomes weight jump to seal Sukma gold
SHAH ALAM: Perlis taekwondo exponent Putri Nurrafqistina Damia Roshidi admitted that moving from the 46kg category to the women’s under-73kg division at the Selangor Malaysia Games (Sukma) was far from easy.
Shah Alam witnessed Perlis taekwondo athlete Putri Nurrafqistina Damia Roshidi claim gold at the Selangor Malaysia Games (Sukma). The 18-year-old, who competed in the women's under-73kg division, faced a significant challenge when she moved from the 46kg category. Putri admitted that the switch disrupted her daily routine, requiring her to increase her food intake to adapt to the heavier weight.
Despite these difficulties, she delivered a composed performance in the final, defeating Terengganu's Fu Chervyn 2-0. This marked Putri's second consecutive Sukma gold, securing Perlis their first victory at the event. The Perlis representative expressed joy at the win, stating that it brought pride to her family and coaching team.
She indicated she would leave the decision of whether to return to the 46kg category or remain in under-73kg to her coach.
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