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Pushing Boundaries: Shahfiq Raof’s Journey from Road Runner to UTMB Podium Finisher

The Malaysia Ultra-Trail by UTMB made its historic debut on 15–16 November 2024, marking a significant milestone for the trail running community in Southeast Asia. As part of the prestigious Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) series, the event brought together runners…

Malaysia’s Sanjay Manimaran Defends 10km Title at Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024

The streets of Singapore came alive with energy as over 13,000 runners competed in the 10km category of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2024. Among the participants, Sanjay Manimaran delivered a stellar performance, clinching victory in the men’s category…

From Personal Bests to Shared Victories: Elaine’s Mission as a Pacer

Pacing is an art form often overshadowed by the spotlight on elite runners, but for Elaine Khor Yee Lim, it’s the heartbeat of her running journey. With 27 pacing assignments since 2022, she’s a seasoned veteran in the role, yet…

Breaking Boundaries: Luke Chua’s 100km Victory in the Sekinchan Ultra on Wheels

In an extraordinary feat of resilience and determination, Chua Tze Kah, better known as Luke Chua, completed the grueling 100km Sekinchan Ultra Marathon in the wheelchair category with a net time of 10:10:07. A former national wheelchair basketball athlete, Luke’s…

Ekiden Relay Takes Centre Stage at Kelana Jaya Run Club’s 5th Anniversary

In December 2019, a simple Facebook post ignited a spark that would go on to unite the running community in Kelana Jaya. Today, the Kelana Jaya Run Club (KJRC) celebrates five years of fostering friendships, inspiring achievements, and championing the…

Malaysian Collin Poh Battles Through Injury and Uphill Obstacles at Spartan Trifecta World Championship 2024

In early November 2024, Malaysian athlete Collin Poh travelled to Sparta, Greece, to compete alongside elite athletes from around the world in the Spartan Trifecta World Championship. Set against a backdrop steeped in ancient warrior history, the three-day championship challenged…

Mental Strength Meets Endurance: Chai Yee Ling’s Tactics for Conquering Sekinchan Ultra’s 100km

Chai Yee Ling’s remarkable second runner-up finish in the 100km category at the Sekinchan Ultra Marathon 2024 highlights her resilience and preparation as a seasoned ultra-runner. This race, marking her second attempt at the Sekinchan 100km, saw her not only…

Overcoming Obstacles: Afiq Xilantra Azmi’s Journey Through the Spartan KL Honour Trifecta Weekend 2024

Afiq Xilantra Azmi, a 34-year-old UI developer, joined thousands of athletes at the Spartan KL Honour Trifecta Weekend 2024, embracing the physical and mental challenges the Spartan course demanded. For Afiq, the race was about more than conquering obstacles; it…

350 of Malaysia’s Fittest Come Together at Under Armour Combine 2024

The Under Armour Combine returns for its third year, uniting 350 athletes at Sentul Depot in Kuala Lumpur to celebrate community spirit and athleticism while embodying Under Armour’s motto, ‘Protect This House.’ Participants faced a series of eight challenging tests—agility,…

Garmin Run Asia Series 2024 Marks Its Third Successful Year of Empowering A Healthier Malaysia

Garmin Malaysia welcomed 12,000 driven and enthusiastic runners across the nation for its third year of Garmin Run Asia Series. The annual race, themed ‘From Zero to Hero’, aims to encourage and motivate Malaysians to maintain an active lifestyle and…