'Nagoya's stormy skies no threat to Malaysia's Asian Games gold target'
KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Dr Taufiq Johari believes adverse weather conditions in Aichi-Nagoya will not derail Malaysia's bid to achieve their Asian Games target of six gold medals.
KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Dr Taufiq Johari is confident that weather conditions in Nagoya will not hinder Malaysia's pursuit of six gold medals at the Asian Games, running from September 19 to October 4. The minister anticipates the national team could surpass the target. Despite weather concerns affecting the basketball competition, Taufiq confirmed that preparations are progressing well.
The ministry is in communication with the Japanese government and organizers to ensure athlete safety. Taufiq emphasized that the team is fully prepared and has issued standard operating procedures to maintain athlete health and safety. He expressed confidence in achieving the six gold medal target, with an optimistic hope to exceed it.
Chef de mission Datuk Sumali Reduan has been thoroughly preparing the team, and the minister will join the athletes upon arrival on September 18. Athletes have undergone comprehensive preparations, with mental readiness being a priority. Updates on team progress will be shared through the National Sports Council and National Sports Institute.
The surfing and modern pentathlon teams arrived first on Friday, with the majority set to join on September 16.
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