Hospitalised Brian salutes mentor Sri Shan as fighter for athletes
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian hockey legend Brian Sta Maria has described fellow 1975 World Cup skipper Datuk Seri N. Sri Shanmuganathan as a mentor who continues to fight for the welfare of former athletes despite being hospitalised himself.
Malaysian hockey legend Brian Sta Maria has eulogized his former teammate and mentor Datuk Seri N. Sri Shanmuganathan, who is currently hospitalized due to heart problems. Brian, who competed in the 1972 Munich Olympics and helped Malaysia secure a fourth-place finish at the 1975 World Cup, expressed his sadness at not being able to be closer to Shanmuganathan.
The 76-year-old Brian, who is also battling Parkinson's disease, said he admires Shanmuganathan for his relentless advocacy for the welfare of former athletes. Shanmuganathan has been actively fighting for the rights of athletes, even offering to meet Brian at his home once he is discharged from the hospital. Brian, who is currently recovering from a fall at his home and is still struggling to walk, attributed his slow recovery to the pain he experiences.
He also highlighted the financial struggles faced by former athletes, emphasizing that even modest financial assistance can significantly alleviate their burden.
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