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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

Budget 2025: Malaysia’s Olympic hopes rest on securing top coaches, MS urges more funding

As the 2025 budget nears, Malaysia Swimming urges for larger allocations, citing the need for top-tier coaching talent to elevate athletes and restore the nation’s standing in international aquatic sports

Paralympics: high hopes on Imaan to end swimming’s 52-year medal drought in Paris

Teen swimmer determined to put selection controversy behind him and reach at least the final in 100m breaststroke 

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