Azizulhasni desak KBS serius, sedia noktahkan karier
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Azizulhasni Awang, the Malaysian cyclist, expressed his concern over his cycling career's future in an interview. The 38-year-old athlete, who won a gold medal in keirin at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, stated that he remains ready to compete in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, but has yet to receive a firm commitment from the Sports Ministry (KBS) and the National Sports Council (MSN).
Azizulhasni clarified that the current discussions are not merely about whether he wishes to continue competing in Los Angeles 2028, but rather whether Malaysia truly needs and wants him to continue competing. He emphasized that the real issue is whether the country requires and desires his continued service.
The minister of Youth and Sports, Dr Taufiq Johari, announced last weekend that the government will decide Azizulhasni's fate only after the Asian Games in Nagoya. He mentioned that authorities are examining the operational needs involved in supporting him, not just financial considerations. However, Azizulhasni reiterated his readiness to retire if KBS does not take the matter seriously, even if it involves national interests. He stated, "My decision is easy. After what we achieved in Glasgow, I am already retiring."
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