Thanusaa completes golden Sukma farewell after injury battle
PETALING JAYA: U. Thanusaa signed off from the Malaysia Games (Sukma) in grand fashion, completing a sweet double in the squash competition.
U. Thanusaa concluded her Malaysia Games (Sukma) career on a high note, clinching a double in the squash competition. Thanusaa, who recently helped Melaka end a 32-year drought for an individual Sukma squash title, led her state to a surprise win in the women's team final at the Astaka Sports Complex. After falling behind by one match, Melaka rallied to defeat Negri Sembilan 2-1 and secure the gold medal.
Thanusaa, ranked 114th in the world, credited her teammate Goh Zhi Xuan for delivering the winning point in the final. The 20-year-old, currently studying in Connecticut, expressed pride in her performance and goals for the upcoming PSA Tour, aiming to climb into the top 100.
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