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RM1 million boost for weightlifting after stellar Glasgow Commonwealth Games showing

Malaysia's weightlifting team has secured an extra RM1 million in government funding following their outstanding performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, where they earned five gold medals and became the nation's strongest medal contributors.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Ministry backs weightlifting with RM4.1 million, mulls extra funding as sport delivers Commonwealth gold

The Youth and Sports Ministry has earmarked RM4.1 million for weightlifting development this year and is reviewing a request for an additional RM1 million in annual funding, recognizing the sport's potential to deliver Malaysia's first Olympic gold medal.

By Aisyah Razak · 5 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

RM1 million boost for weightlifting after stellar Glasgow Commonwealth Games showing

Ministry backs weightlifting with RM4.1 million, mulls extra funding as sport delivers Commonwealth gold

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