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Swimming with Heart: Wayne Kah Wai Heng’s Passion for the Water

For Wayne Kah Wai Heng, swimming isn’t just a sport—it’s a passion that runs deep. It all started with a simple invitation from a neighbour to learn how to swim. Little did Wayne know, that moment would spark a lifelong…

Seventeen and Swimming Toward the 2027 SEA Games: Harith Aiman Adha’s Unstoppable Dream

For Harith Aiman Adha, the finish line is never just the end of a race—it’s a step closer to his ultimate dream: competing at the 2027 SEA Games. At just 17, Harith isn’t content with local accolades or even regional…

The 19-Year-Old Sensation Who’s Taking Open Water Swimming by Storm: Ho Jiaren’s SEA Games Dream

At just 19 years old, Ho Jiaren is already making waves in the world of open water swimming, and his recent victory at the Port Dickson Open Water Swim Classic (PD OWS Classic) 2025 has firmly placed him on the…

Allison Yee’s Breakthrough Ultra: Her First 52km Race and a Victory to Remember

For Allison Yee, the night of the UiTM Ultra 52km wasn’t just a race—it was a milestone in her running journey. A seasoned marathoner, Allison had always pushed the boundaries of her endurance, but stepping into the world of ultra…

Unstoppable: Nor Amin Conquers Dehydration and Blood in Urine to Secure UiTM Ultra 2025 Win

In ultra-running, the difference between victory and defeat is often not just about speed, but the ability to adapt when things go wrong. For Nor Amin Mohd, the 52km Men Veteran champion of the UiTM Ultra 2025, it was his…

The Journey Within: How Chai Yee Ling Conquered the 162km UiTM Ultra 2025

For most runners, the idea of tackling a 162km ultramarathon is enough to send them straight to the drawing board of strategies and training plans. But for Chai Yee Ling, the recent UiTM Ultra race, where she secured a second-place…

Ritzy Amor Ectin: How One Ultra-Runner Turned Doubt into Victory at UiTM Ultra 2025

In the world of ultra-running, success is built on resilience, determination, and the ability to push beyond physical and mental limits. Ritzy Amor Ectin, a trailblazing athlete, proved just that when she clinched the top spot in the 104km Women’s…

A Champion’s Triumph: Mohd Fazlie Rosli Conquers the 162km UiTM Ultra

When Mohd Fazlie Rosli crossed the finish line of the 162km UiTM Ultra, there was no doubt left—this was the day he claimed victory, not just over the race, but over his own limits. In a race where every step…

Running in Sandals, Inspired by a Mentor: Derrick Ho’s Marathon Story

For many runners, crossing the marathon finish line is a personal triumph. For Derrick Ho, it’s something more profound—a tribute to the man who saw potential in him when no one else did. At just 23 years old, Derrick isn’t…

Chasing Growth, Not Records: The Heartfelt Story Behind Afiq Saniy’s TwinCity Marathon Win

For Muhammad Afiq Saniy, winning the TwinCity Marathon 2025 Men Open Category was not just about crossing the finish line first or setting a fast time—it was about achieving something far more personal. With a net time of 2:50:40, Afiq’s…