Dhabitah not pressuring herself about podium finish in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM: National diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri might be one of Malaysia’s medal hopefuls in the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games, but she does not want to pressure herself about stepping on the podium at the brand-new Sandwell Aquatics Centre here. “I don’t want to think about winning medals because I believe it will stress me up. But... Read More

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June 23, 2022

A disappointing move by Zii Jia

That was the reaction from the deputy chef-de-mission (CDM) to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Monteiro Gerard Clair, upon knowing that national professional men’s singles ace, Lee Zii Jia had pulled out from the Games. ‘’I am disappointed because this is the Commonwealth Games and we were definitely hoping for him to bring us a medal,’’ Monteiro... Read More

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May 12, 2022

Malaysia to host 2027 SEA Games

HANOI: Malaysia have been selected to host the 34th SEA Games in 2027 by the SEA Games Federation (SEAGF). Olympic Council of Malaysia president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria said the decision was agreed unanimously at the SEAGF Council meeting held here today. “We would like to thank the SEAGF Council for the trust and... Read More

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July 6, 2021

Zii Jia replaces Khairul Anuar as flag bearer for Tokyo Olympics

KUALA LUMPUR: National men’s singles badminton ace Lee Zii Jia will replace archer Khairul Anuar Mohamad as one of the two flag bearers in the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics on July 23. Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria confirmed this, saying Khairul Anuar had asked to be replaced... Read More

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July 6, 2021

Chong Wei in high spirits despite not travelling to Tokyo

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite not being able to join the Malaysian contingent at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, chef de mission (CDM) Datuk Lee Chong Wei is raring to perform his duties from home ground. Chong Wei said the responsibility and trust bestowed upon him by Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican and... Read More

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June 8, 2021

Tokyo 2020 CEO denies claims Malaysia, nine countries barred from Olympics

KUALA LUMPUR: Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee chief executive officer, Toshiro Muto denied claims that the entry of 10 countries, including Malaysia will be barred from next month’s Olympics due to a surge in the Covid-19 cases. Muto said the possibility to deny entry, was not even considered, but contingents from several countries are required to... Read More

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May 3, 2021

OCM getting private sector inputs for Olympians pension scheme

KUALA LUMPUR: The Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) is now getting inputs from private sector representatives in drafting the Olympians pension scheme proposal. OCM president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria stressed that the scheme will be different from the civil servants’ pension scheme, thus needs thorough discussions before bringing the proposal to the government through... Read More

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March 20, 2021

OCM expels Malaysian handball federation

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Handball Federation (MAHF) has been expelled as an affiliate member of the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) due to its failure to settle an outstanding debt. OCM secretary-general Datuk Mohd Nazifuddin Mohd Najib pointed out that the total debt, amounting to RM133,000, was supposed to be paid to the council as... Read More

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March 9, 2021

OCM still working on proposed Olympians pension scheme structure

KUALA LUMPUR: Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria said they are still working on the structure regarding the proposed pension scheme for Olympians. He said OCM are continuously working with the Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) and National Sports Council (NSC) on the legislation process of the proposal mooted last... Read More

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February 10, 2021

OCM helping to ensure a safe, secure Olympics

KUALA LUMPUR: To ensure the safety and health of all, The Playbook for Athletes and Officials is set to be the official and centralised source of information for the Tokyo Olympics in July. The Playbook outlines the basic principles that the contingent is required to know 14 days before their travel to Japan, when entering... Read More

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Dhabitah not pressuring herself about podium finish in Birmingham

A disappointing move by Zii Jia

Malaysia to host 2027 SEA Games

Zii Jia replaces Khairul Anuar as flag bearer for Tokyo Olympics

Chong Wei in high spirits despite not travelling to Tokyo

Tokyo 2020 CEO denies claims Malaysia, nine countries barred from Olympics

OCM getting private sector inputs for Olympians pension scheme

OCM expels Malaysian handball federation

OCM still working on proposed Olympians pension scheme structure

OCM helping to ensure a safe, secure Olympics

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