Umar not overly concerned by lack of tournament preparation for SEA Games
He believes the Malaysian Open from Aug 29-31 in Kangar, Perlis is sufficient preparation as he had already clocked his season's best at the Asian Championships in Gumi, South Korea, in May.
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The Star
a day ago
- The Star
PM hopes new OCM HQ will spur country to win first Olympic gold
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Daily Express
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- Daily Express
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