Malaysia Pulse delivers breaking news, politics, business, sports and lifestyle coverage from Malaysia and Southeast Asia — trusted, timely and independent.
Ahmad Farid covers football, badminton, motorsport and all major sporting events in Malaysia and internationally.
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Kylian Mbappe has acknowledged that Spain's 2-0 World Cup victory exposed significant midfield weaknesses in France's setup, pointing to tactical decisions that ultimately proved costly in their elimination.
Insight Capital has claimed the gross category championship in Round Two of the Asian Business Golf Championship at Glenmarie Golf and Country Club in Shah Alam, finishing with a five-under par score.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has pledged to present karate's inclusion in MSSM championships to Cabinet next week, following calls from sport officials to strengthen the martial art's grassroots pipeline.
Former national women's singles shuttler Soniia Cheah has resigned as sports director of the Kuala Lumpur Badminton Association after just four months, citing irreconcilable differences with certain matters at the association.
Malaysia's National Cycling Federation is pushing for emergency discussions with Yayasan Sime Darby to end a standoff that has derailed the 2026 track cycling and BMX series, citing the need for mutual respect between strategic partners.
National sprinter Mohd Azeem Fahmi is transitioning from undergraduate studies in the United States to pursue a master's degree at Universiti Malaya, following a recent gold medal performance at the Malaysian Open.
The Malaysian Golf Association is asking the Ministry of Youth and Sports to fund a permanent national coach position to strengthen preparations for the 2027 SEA Games, which Malaysia will host next September.
Former Sports Commissioner Datuk Zaiton Othman has warned Malaysia Athletics that governance failures could result in suspension, jeopardising the nation's ability to host athletics at the 2027 SEA Games and limiting athlete participation in international competition.
Two-time Olympic medallist Azizulhasni Awang has acknowledged that defending track cycling technical director John Beasley may invite criticism and attacks, but says he is prepared to face consequences if upcoming major games disappoint.
The Football Association of Malaysia has launched a FIFA-backed training initiative focused on strengthening administrative and management capabilities within women's football, moving beyond technical development to build institutional foundations.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has commended Moto3 rider Hakim Danish Ramli following his victory at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno, marking Malaysia's first Moto3 win in a decade.
Qatar's crushing 6-0 loss to Canada at the World Cup has drawn criticism from football analysts, who argue that vast financial resources alone cannot guarantee sporting success without proper development infrastructure.
The International Sepaktakraw Federation has launched formal disciplinary proceedings against five Thai players and three officials after they allegedly refused to continue their team event final match against Malaysia at the May 2026 World Cup.
Malaysia's government decision to offer free 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcasts through RTM and Unifi TV is delivering substantial savings to restaurant operators and households, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has confirmed.
National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi has decided to stay in Malaysia following his graduation from Auburn University, prioritizing time with family and continuing his athletics career under local coaching supervision.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti is keeping perspective after his team's 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup opener, viewing Friday's Group C clash with Haiti as an opportunity to address tactical shortcomings and rediscover attacking rhythm.
Teenage sensation Noraqilah Maisarah Ramdan and partner Low Zi Yu are taking a measured approach to their badminton career, targeting the world's top 50 before pursuing higher rankings.
Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari has pledged that grievances raised by track cycling technical director John Beasley regarding political interference and grassroots development challenges will be thoroughly resolved.
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The Football Association of Malaysia has rejected allegations from a news outlet claiming it warned Sarawak about their league standing. FAM insisted no such directive was ever communicated to the state football club.
Ten Malaysian athletes from Team KL Wellness City will compete at the HYROX World Championships in Stockholm from June 18-21 and Challenge Roth triathlon in Bavaria on July 5, with several participants aged over 60.