Adania-Aiman stage stunning comeback for Sukma mixed doubles gold

Subang Jaya: Adania Redzwan showcased her Selangor Malaysia Games (Sukma) prowess on Wednesday, teaming up with national champion Aiman Syahin Sulaiman to secure the mixed doubles gold at Sunway Mega Lanes. The Selangor duo accumulated 2,468 pins across six games, narrowly defeating Federal Territories pair Zara Deliza Mohd Kamarul Azizi and Fauzul Aziem Norkamal by just 18 pins.

Penang's Mayra Khayreena-Adam Darwish Dzulhakimy clinched bronze with 2,400 points, while Sarawak's Lavinia Kho- Isyraq Iqbal Ramadhan fell short by a single pin with 2,399. Heading into the decisive sixth game, Selangor was trailing by 81 pins, but a remarkable turnaround proved pivotal. Aiman delivered when it mattered most, sinking a 266, while Adania added 195, totaling 461.

Federal Territories could only muster 362, marking a 99-pin swing that catapulted Selangor from second place to gold. Aiman wrapped up the match with 1,254 pins, while Adania contributed 1,214. Aiman expressed pride in his victory, describing himself as "proud to have won the mixed doubles gold" despite previous challenges in singles and doubles events.

This triumph held special significance for the 21-year-old, as it marked both his debut and final Sukma appearance. Aiman and Adania had entered the competition with low expectations, especially given the challenging medium oil pattern. Adania's gold medal extended her impressive medal streak at the Games, now including silver in women's singles and gold with partner Adelia Nur Irwan Syazalee in women's doubles.

This victory marked Selangor's second bowling gold of the Games, with Adania playing a key role in both. Despite the pressure of expectations, Adania maintained focus, stating, "Calm on the outside, but not on the inside." Selangor secured its second bowling gold of the Games, with Adania contributing to both victories, leaving room for more success in trios, team, and Masters events.