Phuket Beyond the Race: A Sports Tourism Gem for Runners and Explorers Alike
The Laguna Phuket Marathon has long held its place on the global running calendar, drawing thousands each year with its beachfront views, tropical climate, and seamless event organisation. But what makes this destination race truly special is everything that happens…
Phuket Marathon 2025: Coastal Thrills, Elite Victories & 2026 Anniversary Tease
photo credit: Laguna Phuket Marathon Facebook The 19th edition of the Laguna Phuket Marathon wrapped up another high-energy weekend of 14-15 June of sport and sunshine, drawing over 7,000 runners from 71 countries to one of Asia’s most scenic…
Last-Minute Entry, Lifetime Win: Afiq Moni Conquers King of Sungai Lembing 2025
When you think of ultra trail champions, you probably imagine months of meticulous preparation, peak physical conditioning, and carefully calculated strategies. But for Afiq Moni, the newly crowned Men’s Open champion at the 2025 King of Sungai Lembing 50KM ultra,…
Top Honours for Martyn, Esther at Perak Multisport Festival’s Elite Triathlon
Malaysia’s top triathletes Martyn Lim and Esther Joy Chen rose to the occasion with commanding victories in the elite Sprint races at the Southeast Asia (SEA) Triathlon Federation Championships, held as part of the 2025 Perak Multisport Festival at Marina…
Mud, Muscle & Mindset: Capt. Raeiz Hamed on Why Viper Challenge 2025 Is for Everyone
If there’s one face that bridges Malaysia’s obstacle course racing (OCR) elite and its growing hybrid fitness community, it’s Capt. Hamon Raeiz bin Abd Hamed RMAF (R)—better known on the course as Capt. Raeiz Hamed. And as one of the…
Glow Festival by Prudential 2025: A Cultural Reset for Whole-Person Wellness
Glow Festival by Prudential 2025 returns from 5 to 13 July 2025, transforming Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza into Singapore’s epicentre of modern wellbeing. In its fourth edition, Glow steps into a powerful new role, reimagining wellness as a multi-sensory,…
Coach, Competitor, Changemaker: Loh Siew May Makes Her Mark at Langkawi Swim Fest 2025
There are some athletes who race for glory. Then there are those who race for something deeper. Loh Siew May swam into Langkawi Swim Fest 2025 not just as a competitor, but as a quiet revolution. She finished as the…
Captain of Consistency: Hafiz’s Mental Marathon Ahead of Langkawi Ultra 2025
When the world feels like it’s spinning off-axis—thanks to pandemics, climate chaos, and everyday unpredictability—it’s natural to crave examples of steady strength and resilience. Muhamad Hafiz bin Md Zain, captain of Penang’s Q1 Running Club and a contender at Langkawi…
Harith Aiman Adha Defies Pain, Wins Langkawi Swim Fest 2025 Title
The sea was wild, the stings relentless, and the sun unforgiving, but on that June morning in Langkawi, pain had nothing on a teenager’s will to win. On 1 June 2025, the Langkawi Swim Fest was more than a competition….
Raised by Water: Howie Loh’s Lifelong Swim Story Comes Full Circle
Some swimmers chase open water glory for the thrill. Others for the podium. But for Howie Loh, the 21-year-old swim coach from Ipoh, it’s always been something deeper, a life in water that began before he even understood what “swimming”…
