Shanthi, Subramaniam, Muralitharan: Indian names make Malaysia, Singapore proud in Asiad
Indian names Shanthi Pereira, Subramaniam Muralitharan, and Thinaah Muralitharan brought pride to Malaysia and Singapore during the Asian Games. Sivasangari Subramaniam, born and raised in Malaysia, became the first Indian-born squash player to win Olympic gold after defeating Anahat Singh in the final. Thinaah Muralitharan, representing Singapore, earned a silver medal in women's singles squash after overcoming a communication barrier with her doubles partner Pearly Tan.
Singapore's Shanthi Pereira secured her second track and field medal at the Asian Games, equaling her personal best time of 22.78 seconds and defending her 200m title.
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