{
  "id": 4577806,
  "title": "Azizulhasni dapat sokongan KBS, MSN ke Olimpik 2028",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/azizulhasni-dapat-sokongan-kbs-msn-ke-olimpik-2028-4577806",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T04:13:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2026/08/31/azizulhasni-dapat-sokongan-kbs-msn-ke-olimpik-2028"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Azizulhasni Awang has issued a nine-page statement, requesting the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) and the National Sports Council (MSN) to clarify if they still wish to represent Malaysia in the upcoming Olympics. On Friday, the Malaysia National Cycling Board (PKBM) confirmed their support for Azizulhasni's endeavor for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics (LA28). According to a report by Bernama, PKBM President Amarjit Singh Gill stated that Sports Minister Dr Taufiq Johari directed the MSN to ensure continuous support for the track cycling athlete, including Azizulhasni. With this decision, Azizulhasni will focus on preparing for the World Track Cycling Championships in Shanghai, China, set to take place in October. \"We are pleased the government and MSN have given a positive response,\" Amarjit said. \"This is a significant decision not only for Azizulhasni but also for the national cycling sport and Malaysia's aspirations for the LA28.\" On Friday, Azizulhasni released a nine-page statement asking KBS and MSN to explain if they still wish to have him represent Malaysia in the Olympics. He said the confirmation of this matter is essential as the qualification campaign is about to begin soon, allowing him to plan his training program, competitions, and commitment to family and fans more thoroughly. Separately, MSN denied ignoring Azizulhasni's planning or undervaluing his contribution, repeatedly assuring the athlete of their commitment to supporting his journey towards the LA28.",
  "summary": "Persekutuan Kebangsaan Berbasikal Malaysia berkata pihaknya menerima surat daripada MSN semalam yang mengesahkan sokongan terhadap usaha pelumba itu beraksi pada Sukan Olimpik Los Angeles.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Azizulhasni dapat sokongan KBS, MSN ke Olimpik 2028",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/azizulhasni-dapat-sokongan-kbs-msn-ke-olimpik-2028",
        "published": "2026-08-31T04:13:24.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}