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Malaysia's Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari has assured the nation that deteriorating air quality will not undermine preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, with contingency measures already in place to protect athlete health.
Former competitor Amir Daniel, a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, has transitioned into coaching at SUKMA Selangor 2026, describing the shift as far more nerve-wracking than competing. He awaits Asian Games selection.
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India's sports ministry has suspended recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India over governance deficiencies and leadership conflicts, forcing the Indian Olympic Association to assume temporary control just five weeks before the Asian Games.
Lee Zii Jia credits physiotherapist Victoria Gao with inspiring him through two injury-plagued years that derailed his career. The Malaysian shuttler's mental resilience was tested during rehabilitation but he remains committed to finding a new playing style.