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Kylian Mbappe has acknowledged that France's World Cup campaign ended prematurely following a 2-0 loss to Spain, with the French forward pointing to midfield deficiencies as a critical factor in their elimination.
Insight Capital has secured the gross category title at the second round of the Asian Business Golf Championship held at Glenmarie Golf and Country Club in Shah Alam, with a commanding five-under par performance.
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Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced that karate's inclusion in the MSSM championships will be tabled before Cabinet next week, following appeals from sport leaders.
Ex-national shuttler Soniia Cheah has resigned as KLBA sports director after just four months, citing misalignment between association matters and her principles as a former elite player.
The Malaysian National Cycling Federation is pushing for urgent talks with Yayasan Sime Darby to address the postponement of the YSD Track Cycling and BMX Series 2026, with federation president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill emphasizing the need for mutual respect between strategic partners.
National sprinter Mohd Azeem Fahmi will pursue a master's degree at Universiti Malaya following his recent completion of studies at Auburn University in Alabama, joining the institution's storied tradition of athletic excellence.
The Malaysian Golf Association is lobbying for government backing to establish a full-time national coach position as part of expanded preparations for the 2027 SEA Games, which Malaysia will host.
Former Sports Commissioner Datuk Zaiton Othman has warned Malaysia Athletics that governance failures could result in suspension, jeopardising Malaysia's hosting of athletics at the 2027 SEA Games and athletes' participation in international competitions.
Two-time Olympic medallist Azizulhasni Awang has publicly defended track cycling technical director John Beasley, acknowledging the personal risks involved but remaining resolute in his conviction that principle matters more than popularity.
The Football Association of Malaysia has launched a FIFA-supported training initiative to strengthen women's football administration and management. The four-day programme aims to build professional capacity among team managers and administrators.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has praised Moto3 rider Hakim Danish Ramli following his victory at the Czech Grand Prix, marking Malaysia's first Moto3 win in a decade.
Qatar's 6-0 thrashing by Canada at the World Cup has prompted football analysts to question the nation's strategy of using wealth to rapidly build competitive success, highlighting the need for deeper structural development.
National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi, holder of Malaysia's 100-metre record, has decided to remain in the country after finishing his degree at Auburn University, prioritising time with family and his athletic development.
The International Sepaktakraw Federation has launched formal disciplinary action against five Thai players and three officials for their roles in withdrawing from the ISTAF Sepaktakraw World Cup 2026 team final in May.
Malaysia's free 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcasts via RTM and Unifi TV are delivering significant cost savings for food businesses and consumers, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced during a market visit in Penang.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti remains unflustered after his team's opening World Cup stalemate with Morocco, viewing Friday's Group C encounter with Haiti as the ideal opportunity to address tactical and technical shortcomings.
Malaysia's Youth and Sports Minister says the government is comprehensively addressing concerns raised by track cycling technical director John Beasley, including allegations of political interference and bureaucratic obstacles.