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Kelantan is launching a coordinated initiative offering education loans and scholarships to athletes pursuing higher education at public universities, combining academic support with sports development through partnerships with YAKIN.
Malaysia's national football team defender V. Ruventhiran has appealed to supporters to pack the stadiums during the 2026 Hyundai ASEAN Cup, emphasising national pride. Midfielder Aliff Haiqal views his call-up as a fresh start following injury struggles.
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris and the Malaysian Sepaktakraw Federation have partnered through a three-year memorandum to integrate athletic training with higher education, aiming to develop elite players, coaches and officials.
Mixed doubles player Clarissa San will compete at the Japan Open next week with Chen Tang Jie as her new partner, following Toh Ee Wei's ACL injury. Tang Jie is providing mentorship to help the 20-year-old navigate her biggest career opportunity.
Brampton Soccer Club, which nurtured Canadian World Cup stars, has lost its Ontario Player Development League license, raising concerns about the city's ability to continue supplying talent to the national team.
Filipino tennis sensation Alexandra Eala has defeated world-ranked Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon to reach the round of 16, achieving her best Grand Slam performance yet and positioning herself as a potential sporting icon for her nation.