Wednesday, 28 January 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Sarawak shuttle pair make national squad for European Junior tournaments

KUCHING: Sarawak’s badminton programme received a boost following the national call-up of Genevie Lim and Wafa Shahmina, underlining their progress at the international level. The Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) confirmed that the duo have been selected by the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) to compete in both women’s doubles (WD)

SLTA to confirm final SUKMA squad by May

KUCHING: The Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) has finalised its long list of players for the upcoming Malaysia Games (SUKMA), with the confirmed squad expected to be announced by May, says its president Datuk Patrick Liew. Liew said the long list was established in accordance with guidelines set by the

Sarawak’s Texas Jeremy Lo secures RWS contract

KUCHING: Sarawak’s rising Muaythai star Texas Jeremy Lo has made history as the first Malaysian to secure a professional contract with the prestigious Rajadamnern World Series (RWS) in Bangkok, Thailand. The young athlete says the offer validates years of hard work and sacrifices, fueling his determination to represent Malaysia on

Betong soccer leadership election deferred to mid-February

KUCHING: Plans to appoint the new executive committee of the Betong Division Football Association (BDFA) were delayed last Saturday (Jan 24), with the meeting now rescheduled to Feb 14. BDFA honorary secretary Saiful Hanizam Suhaini said the postponement was due to unavoidable circumstances. “We had to postpone the scheduled meeting

Collective effort key to Hipmau FC’s Kirin Cup win: Ramles

KUCHING: Hipmau FC coach Ramles Sari credited collective effort and hard training after his side lifted the 5th Chinese Lunar New Year Kirin Cup, defeating PJLFC 2–1 in the final. Ramles said the triumph was the result of teamwork involving not just the coaching staff and players, but also management

SLTA receives ATF Gold Recognition Award

KUCHING: The Asian Tennis Federation (ATF) has honoured the Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) with its prestigious Gold Recognition Award in recognition of Sarawak’s outstanding contribution to hosting major international junior tennis tournaments. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah expressed pride over the accolade,

Abdul Karim: No athlete will be penalised for representing other states

KUCHING: Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has assured that athletes will not face any discrimination or be barred from competition simply because they choose to represent a state other than Sarawak. He pointed out that some Sarawakian athletes have opted to compete for

SLTA to get lighting and seating boost ahead of SEA Games

KUCHING: The Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association (SLTA) courts will undergo upgrades including improved lighting and expanded spectator seating ahead of the 2027 SEA Games. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the upgrades will focus on enhancing functionality and spectator experience while ensuring full

Historic badminton journey culminates in runner-up finish for Sarawak pair

KUCHING: Emerging Sarawak pair, Genevie Lim and Wafa Shahmina, delivered a strong campaign to finish runner-up at the PETRONAS National Under-21 Championships 2026. This marks the state’s first-ever final appearance at the prestigious event. The championships, held from January 21 to 25 at the Akademi Badminton Perak, saw the women’s