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History made in Asian surfing meet as Malaysian Lucas Wehle secures spot in Asian Games
Lucas Santiago Wehle has etched his name in the history books as being the first Malaysian surfer to reach the quarterfinals of the Asian Surfing Championships, en route to securing a spot in the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. He achieved the quarterfinals feat in two divisions simultaneously, cementing his place in the record books. His spot in Asian Games is based on the accumulated points he has obtained to date. Wehle's progression in the on-going regional meet in Mahabalipuram, India exceeded the expectations set by the Malaysia Surfing Association. Wehle emerged second in both the Men's Open (Round 3) and Junior Under-18 Boys' categories that took place today. Born in Malaysia to a Malaysian mother and a German father, but having grown up in Ericeira, about 30 minutes from Portugal's capital, Lisbon, Wehle had already set his sights on representing Malaysia - as he told Twentytwo13 last September. And when he made the cut, he told Twentytwo13 last month that donning the national colours was a "dream come true". In the senior event, Wehle was up against experienced Filipino surfer Neil Sanchez, South Korea's Jun Seohyun, and Younus Hossen from Brunei. Wehle started strong with a 4.00, but Sanchez and Jun also posted solid scores, forcing Wehle to up his game. He found a crucial set wave late in the heat, and executed a series of sharp turns. He was rewarded with a 5.83, pushing his total score to 9.83 and securing a dramatic second-place finish. In the junior event, Wehle faced competitors from the Maldives, Singapore, and Lebanon. In a tactically intense heat, the Malaysian found himself in a strong position. However, in the dying seconds, Yasin Nashid from the Maldives broke through, scoring just enough to snatch first place. The other Malaysian surfer, Nazrin Nasruddin, was forced to slug it out against surfers from South Korea, India, and Japan in the third round of the Men's Open. Nazrin's campaign ended after finishing fourth. Day six will see Lucas carrying the flag for Team Malaysia as the sole remaining athlete in the competition, competing in both the Open Men's and Junior Under-18 quarterfinals.
The Hindu
28-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Letters to The Editor — July 29, 2025
Honouring Chola legacy India should formally honour the Chola legacy for launching successful naval expeditions beyond India shores and establishing the Tamil influence across Southeast Asia. Getting the Indian Navy to celebrate 'Rajendra Chola' day would be a fitting tribute to these unmatched maritime achievements. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's references to Chola military and democratic legacy rightly spotlights their enduring contributions. Their practice of Kudavolai Murai — selecting local representatives by lot — was a democratic model that was centuries ahead of its time. The Chola overseas campaigns were not just conquests but also acts of cultural diplomacy and naval vision. Honouring the Cholas would not be symbolic alone. It would reclaim India's proud naval heritage and inspire a forward-looking maritime spirit rooted in our own history. Avinashiappan Myilsami, Coimbatore It is a matter of pride that Tamil Nadu is now home to a number of World Heritage sites. One can think of Gingee Fort along with the great Chola temples and the Mahabalipuram monuments. The only drawback at these sites is the lack of proper infrastructure. Connectivity is an issue. Pollution control too is another problem. A.S. Thirumalai, Chennai Crowd management Stampedes have become a frequent occurrence, leading to a tragic loss of lives (Front page, July 28). There needs to be comprehensive crowd control and management measures in place at all places of public gathering. There needs to be a posse of well-trained volunteers (with a specific dress code) to guide people and ensure their orderly movement. Kosaraju Chandramouli, Hyderabad
