Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

SIMBC marks 10th anniversary with world-class recognition

KUCHING: The Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC) returns for its 2025 edition with a more prestigious staging, featuring 162 riders from seven countries including Japan, Singapore, the Philippines, Brunei, Indonesia and Malaysia. The event will take place from August 22 to 24, at the Siol Mountain Bike Track, one

Young riders test mettle at Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge

KUCHING: Schoolboys Muhammad Karl Zarkashii Muhd Amini Sanjay and Mohd Danial Hafeez will test their skills at the Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC) 2025, representing Sarawak Cycling Powerhouse. At just 14, Muhammad Karl from SMK Luak, Miri, has shown early promise in both cross-country (XC) and downhill events. Training

Sarawak Cycling Powerhouse braces for international challenge

KUCHING: Sarawak Cycling Powerhouse is banking on homeground advantage to push for multiple podiums at the 10th Siol International Mountain Bike Challenge (SIMBC) 2025, which takes place from August 21 to 24 at the Siol MTB Track. The team, managed by Ariana Nurminda Arifin, will field a 25-strong squad drawn

Artistic flair take stage at Sarawak AGG Inter-School Competition

KUCHING: Artistic flair and competitive spirit took centre stage as more than 150 gymnasts battled for honours in the Sarawak AGG Inter-School Competition 2025. Held at Dewan Sa’ati, SUPP Headquarters, the meet gathered gymnasts aged 7–18 from schools, studios and clubs across Sarawak, with invited teams from Sabah adding to

Sarawak’s Sylvia Lian joins National U18 rugby coaching team

KUCHING: Sarawak’s Sylvia Alexander Lian has been appointed assistant coach of the national U18 women’s sevens squad for the Asia Rugby Emirates U18 Boys and Girls Sevens 2025 in Hohhot, China, from Sept 12 to 15. The Kenyah-Kelabit coach, who hails from Long Jeeh, Ulu Baram and Batu Patung, Bario,

WPC Open Sarawak 2025 set for Sept 6–7 at Pikabol Malaysia

KUCHING: Asia’s largest indoor pickleball facility, Pikabol Malaysia, will welcome players from across the country for the World Pickleball Championship (WPC) Open Sarawak 2025 on Sept 6 and 7. Located along Jalan Pending, the state-of-the-art venue features 16 international-standard indoor courts and dedicated event spaces, making it the perfect stage

Sheamus Chew dominates Sarawak Sprint Swimming Championship

KUCHING: With 16 gold medals and five new meet records to his name, 13-year-old Sheamus Chew Heng Yi has emerged as the standout performer of the 5th Sarawak Sprint Swimming Championship 2025, setting his sights on the upcoming Borneo Games as his next challenge. The championship, held from Aug 15

22 teams light up Golden Boot futsal competition

SRI AMAN: Spirited action lit up the Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie Golden Boot Cup, with 17 men’s teams and five women’s teams battling it out in lively competition. The second edition of the tournament, held from Friday (August 15) to Sunday (August 17), took place at the futsal court

Delisya X, Pusat Khidmat P202 crowned Golden Boot Cup futsal champions

SRI AMAN: Delisya X emerged champions in the men’s category while Pusat Khidmat P202 Sri Aman reigned supreme in the women’s division at the Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie Golden Boot Cup, rounding off three days of exciting action. The men’s final produced a thriller as Delisya X edged Delisya

Over 8,000 join Mayor’s Walk to promote health and unity

KUCHING: More than 8,000 participants have joined hands and footsteps in the Mayor’s Walk 2025, promoting health and inclusivity across the city. The event, which began at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Foyer early this morning (Aug 17), once again proved to be more than just a fitness activity,