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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has offered encouragement to Malaysia's delegation heading to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, expressing confidence in the team's competitive prospects.
Malaysia's Cabinet has lauded the national contingent's exceptional performance at Glasgow 2026, where athletes surpassed targets with eight gold medals, prompting a RM1.1 million incentive payout.
Malaysia has disbursed RM1.1 million in rewards to athletes who secured medals at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games under the National Sports Incentive Scheme, recognising their contributions to national pride.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has commended Malaysia's sporting contingent for their dedication and competitive spirit at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, where the nation secured 10th place with 16 medals.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has commended Malaysia's 2026 Commonwealth Games contingent for surpassing medal targets at the Glasgow event, securing eight gold, three silver and five bronze medals—the nation's strongest showing since 2010.
Malaysian cyclist Lau New Joe has been discharged from hospital and cleared to fly home after sustaining facial fractures and dental injuries in a crash during the men's 10km scratch race at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games on Saturday.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has praised national judoka Amir Daniel Abdul Majeed for claiming Malaysia's first-ever gold medal in judo at the Commonwealth Games, achieved at Glasgow 2026.
Penang-born judoka Amir Daniel Abdul Majeed has secured Malaysia's eighth gold medal at Glasgow 2026, defeating South Africa's Timothy Meuwsen in the men's under-81kg final. The 21-year-old's historic achievement marks a defining moment for Malaysian judo on the international stage.
Malaysia has exceeded its Commonwealth Games target in Glasgow, securing seven gold medals against an initial goal of five. Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari attributed the success to the nation's robust sports infrastructure and collaborative efforts across multiple sporting bodies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised cyclist Mohd Azizulhasni Awang for capturing the men's keirin gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, ending a 16-year drought in the event for Malaysia's celebrated track cycling star.
Malaysia has achieved its five-gold medal target at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with para long jump world record holder Datuk Abdul Latif Romly claiming the decisive fifth gold on July 28.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan on winning Malaysia's maiden gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, hailing the achievement as a source of national pride.
Malaysia has claimed its opening gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow through weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan, who triumphed in the men's 60kg division with a record-breaking combined lift of 273kg.
Gymnast Rachel Yeoh advanced to the uneven bars final at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games after finishing third in qualifying. Malaysia experienced mixed results on the second competition day, with successes in gymnastics and lawn bowls offset by swimming disappointments.
Malaysian Paralympic powerlifter Bonnie Bunyau Gustin claimed bronze at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, falling short of defending his 2022 Birmingham gold medal in the lightweight category.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pledged Malaysia's full support to the national contingent competing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, urging athletes to compete with confidence and deliver proud moments for the nation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has offered his backing to Malaysia's athletic contingent preparing for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, urging them to compete with determination while maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship.