Sarjit Singh, Malaysian hockey legend, dies aged 63

Malaysian hockey legend Sarjit Singh has passed away at the age of 63 after battling illness. Regarded as one of the country's top national players, Singh made significant contributions to Malaysian hockey both as a player and coach, representing Malaysia at the 1984 Los Angeles and 1992 Barcelona Olympics. He also won bronze medals at the Asian Games in 1982 and 1990.

Singh served as national coach from 2007 to 2008 and again from 2024 to 2026, leading the team to a fourth-place finish at the World Cup Qualifier in Egypt in March. Pakistan hockey player Ahmad Butt expressed deep sorrow over the loss, reminiscing about Singh's kindness, respect, and warmth during their first meeting in Malaysia, and thanked him for the support he provided throughout his career.

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