SUKMA 2026 to proceed with Sultan’s consent
KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor will proceed with hosting the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) as scheduled, following the consent of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. The Ministry of Youth and Sports said His Royal Highness agreed for the Games to be held from Aug 15 to 24 with cost-saving measures and prudent spending, following an audience with Prime […]
SUKMA 2026’s future hinges on special meeting talks
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) has announced that it will seek the views of the Selangor State Government, following the statement of the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, regarding the proposed postponement of the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) Selangor 2026. Minister of Youth and Sports, Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari, said […]
Sultan of Selangor suggests postponing SUKMA amid regional crisis
SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has suggested that the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in the state be postponed until the crisis in West Asia comes to an end. His Royal Highness said the event should also be postponed until the redevelopment of the Shah Alam Stadium is fully completed. “Regarding the […]
Sarawak U21 girls eye SUKMA gold after national title
KUCHING: Fresh off their national triumph, Sarawak’s Under-21 girls are setting their sights on a bigger prize, with the Sarawak Volleyball Association (SAVA) targeting gold at the Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Sarawak emerged champions at the Malaysia National U21 Volleyball Championship 2026 held at N9 Arena in Negeri Sembilan from Apr 9 to 12, capping a […]
Sarawak step up SUKMA preparations
KUCHING: Sarawak are stepping up preparations for the 22nd Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor this Aug through a coordination meeting involving sports associations and team officials. The session was chaired by Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu, and brought together sports associations, team managers, development officers and coaches. The […]
Sarawak futsal target silver at SUKMA
KUCHING: Sarawak’s futsal squad have set their sights on a silver medal at the upcoming Malaysia Games (SUKMA) in Selangor in August, as preparations continue to gather pace. Head coach Mohamad Faizal Zamri said the team has been showing steady progress in training ahead of upcoming competitions. “Our target is a silver medal, as the […]
Sarawak backs Selangor’s no Games Village plan
KUCHING: Sarawak has welcomed Selangor’s decision to forgo a centralised Games Village for the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA), with the logistics-driven approach expected to improve efficiency across the multi-district competition format. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the move aligns with the structure of SUKMA 2026, which […]
Sarawak bowling adopts data-driven approach for SUKMA
KUCHING: Sarawak bowling revs up its Malaysia Games (SUKMA) XXII preparations with a data-driven, competition-heavy approach as a young squad embarks for a challenging national campaign in August. Team manager, Robert Lu Nam Min, said the strategy places strong emphasis on performance metrics, with selection largely based on results from local and international competitions, supported […]
Bukit Lima pool reopens ahead of SUKMA
SIBU: The Wong Soon Kai Cup is set for a homecoming as the Bukit Lima Swimming Pool reopens, paving the way for the meet’s return ahead of the Malaysia Games (SUKMA). The Bukit Lima facility at Jalan Stadium is currently open exclusively for training under the Sibu Amateur Swimming Association (SASA). Public access remains limited, […]
Young cyclist eyes SUKMA 2026 after SUKSAR success
SRI AMAN: Southern Zone cyclist and bicycle mechanic Kenny Lim Zhen Xiang is pedalling toward new heights, inspired by Olympic gold medallist Remco Evenepoel, as he sets his sights on the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2026. The 21-year-old from Kuching made a strong impression at the Sarawak Games (SUKSAR) IV 2026, where he was named Promising […]