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Malaysia Aquatics banks on Kinross to steer new era of high-performance swimming

American coach Michael Kinross takes charge of Malaysia’s national swimming programme as the federation doubles down on long-term athlete development and international success

American Olympian to replace Eric Anderson as national swim coach

Malaysia Aquatics confirms US Olympian will helm national swimming squad as part of broader overhaul aimed at lifting standards ahead of major regional and global meets

Malaysia Aquatics to subsidise Category B athletes for 2025 SEA Games

Aquatics body to cover half of travel and board costs for 82 athletes and officials, ensuring wider Malaysian participation in December’s regional meet

Shortcut or strategy? MAS grilled over heritage swimmer recruitment

Plan to recruit foreign-based swimmers of Malaysia descent sparks debate over grassroots commitment, long-term development strategy

Malaysia Aquatics targets heritage swimmers to bolster national team

MAS says at least five heritage athletes aged 14–19 have been identified, but selection will depend on meeting performance benchmarks

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

House arrests been granted before so don’t pull wool over our eyes: Shafee

Datuk Seri Najib Razak's lawyer points to precedent in Kenneth Lee's murder case, provisions in Prisons Act

Malaysia crowned Sepak Takraw World Cup champions after Thailand walkout

Malaysia shattered Thailand’s three-title streak to clinch the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup team regu crown in a fiery final at Stadium Titiwangsa. The clash ended in chaos when Thailand stormed off in protest, leaving more than 3,000 fans to celebrate a dramatic 2-1 victory on home soil