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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has voiced his backing for Malaysia's contingent ahead of the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, signalling government commitment to supporting the nation's athletes.
Malaysia's Cabinet has praised the national contingent for surpassing medal targets at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, securing eight gold, three silver and five bronze medals—the country's best performance since New Delhi 2010.
Malaysia's Youth and Sports Ministry has committed RM4.1 million to weightlifting development this year and is reviewing a request for an additional RM1 million in annual funding, citing the sport's potential to deliver Olympic gold.
Malaysia has committed RM1.1 million in medal incentives for athletes competing at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, with gold medalists receiving RM80,000 under the National Sports Incentive Scheme.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lauded Malaysia's sporting contingent for their efforts at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, where the country secured 16 medals and placed 10th overall.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has congratulated Malaysia's 59-strong Commonwealth Games contingent for surpassing medal targets in Glasgow, securing the nation's best performance since 2010.
Malaysian track cyclist Lau New Joe has been discharged from hospital and cleared to fly home after a crash during the men's 10km scratch race at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, despite sustaining facial fractures and dental injuries.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated judoka Amir Daniel Abdul Majeed for securing Malaysia's inaugural Commonwealth Games gold medal in judo at Glasgow 2026, marking a historic achievement for the nation's sporting programme.
Amir Daniel has become Malaysia's first Commonwealth Games judo gold medallist, winning the men's under-81kg title at Glasgow 2026. His mother credits his lifelong determination to a childhood promise involving a storybook.
Malaysia has surpassed its five-gold medal target at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing seven gold medals as of August 1. Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq credits the achievement to coordinated efforts across the national sports ecosystem.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has commended national cycling star Mohd Azizulhasni Awang for securing gold in the men's keirin at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, breaking a 16-year drought in the event.
Malaysia has achieved its five-gold medal target for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with para athlete Datuk Abdul Latif Romly and weightlifter Muhammad Hafizuddin Roslin delivering crucial victories alongside silver medals in lawn bowls.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has praised weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan for capturing Malaysia's maiden Commonwealth Games gold medal, marking a watershed moment for the nation's sporting achievements.
Malaysian weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan has secured the nation's first gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, setting a new Games record in the men's 60kg category.
Malaysian gymnast Rachel Yeoh qualified for the uneven bars final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing third among 49 competitors. The nation recorded mixed performances across multiple sports on the second day of competition.
Malaysian athletes experienced contrasting fortunes on day two of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, with strong showings in lawn bowling and gymnastics offset by swimming eliminations and a close wheelchair basketball defeat.
Malaysian Paralympic powerlifter Bonnie Bunyau Gustin won bronze at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, unable to defend his 2022 gold medal after a contested final lift attempt.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has offered his prayers and backing to Malaysia's contingent competing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, urging athletes to represent the nation with confidence and sportsmanship.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has offered his backing to Malaysia's athletes competing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, calling on them to uphold values of integrity and sportsmanship while striving for national glory.