{
  "id": 7059917,
  "title": "Sorry Fahmi, Taufiq was too fast in battle of ministers at Merdeka Run",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/sorry-fahmi-taufiq-was-too-fast-in-battle-of-ministers-at-merdeka-run",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T03:58:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/others/2026/09/1531689/sorry-fahmi-taufiq-was-too-fast-battle-ministers-merdeka-run"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Dr Taufiq Johari appeared to have triumphed in the race against Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil during the Oxyenergy Media Prima Merdeka Run at Balai Berita today. However, Taufiq was gracious enough to propose a rematch at a future Youth and Sports Ministry event. The light-hearted rivalry added a fun element to the event, which attracted approximately 1,500 participants. Taufiq emphasized the importance of such activities in promoting healthier lifestyles and national unity. He commended the initiative as part of the ministry's efforts towards a healthier Malaysia. Taufiq also highlighted how these events foster unity among Malaysians of different backgrounds. Meanwhile, Fahmi, the MP for Lembah Pantai, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to engage with his constituents while participating in a healthy activity. He acknowledged Media Prima Club for organizing the run, which comprised three-, five-, and special categories for persons with disabilities. The inaugural event featured Glasgow Commonwealth Games weightlifting gold medallists Aniq Kasdan and Aznil Bidin.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Dr Taufiq Johari may have won the race against Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil, but he was quick to offer his fellow cabinet colleague a chance to settle the score.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Fahmi, Taufiq go from cabinet by day to runners by Sunday",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/fahmi-taufiq-go-from-cabinet-by-day-to-runners-by-sunday",
        "published": "2026-09-13T03:24:11.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}