Asian Games: Ageing sepak takraw hero Farhan plans to battle on
SEPANG: Malaysia’s Asian Games-winning sepak takraw captain Farhan Adam is not thinking about retirement yet and is prepared to continue, at least until the 2027 SEA Games.
SEPANG: Malaysia's sepak takraw captain Farhan Adam is not contemplating retirement just yet and is ready to continue competing at least until the 2027 SEA Games. Although Farhan stated that the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games would mark his final appearance at the continental showpiece, he remains eager to participate in the biennial SEA Games, which will be hosted by Malaysia next year.
The 37-year-old Farhan, who is the most seasoned player in the national squad, was a pivotal figure in Malaysia's historic gold medal win at the Asian Games after a 36-year drought. Farhan emphasized that the national team is determined to stay at the top, with every player giving their best. He acknowledged the team's ambition to become the best and reiterated that they must strive for continuous improvement.
Farhan expressed his team's determination, stating that they cannot afford to rest and must get even better.
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