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Sinar Daily
6 days ago
- Sport
- Sinar Daily
SEA Games: Muhammad Azeem among best asset for athletics squad
The Perak-born athlete was listed for three events, 100 metres (m), 200m and 4x100m, but a final decision on his participation would only be made after discussions between Muhammad Azeem and his coach in the United States. 12 Aug 2025 03:19pm National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Fahmi (centre) remains one of the best assets of the national athletics squad ahead of the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand. - AFP file photo KUALA LUMPUR - National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Fahmi remains one of the best assets of the national athletics squad ahead of the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, said national head coach Manshahar Abd Jalil. He said the Perak-born athlete was listed for three events, 100 metres (m), 200m and 4x100m, but a final decision on his participation would only be made after discussions between Muhammad Azeem and his coach in the United States. "He is definitely one of the best assets. If Muhammad Azeem can participate in the Thailand SEA Games, it would be comforting. "But we cannot stop him because he also has a joint commitment and a joint contract agreement with the NCAA or Auburn University,' he said after the Thailand SEA Games Selection Meeting at Wisma OCM, here, today. Commenting on the possibility of an alternative plan if Muhammad Azeem cannot participate in the games, Manshahar said it is still open, especially with the Malaysian Open which will be held from August 29 to 31. However, among the names mentioned as a 'replacement' is another national sprinter, Danish Iftikhar Muhammad Roslee. "Yes, the list of the quartet has not yet been determined. Depending on the Malaysia Open, who might be the best four or five at this level. We have a plan A and a plan B but so far Muhammad Azeem has not participated in the Malaysia Open," he said. Meanwhile, touching on the country's men's 400m runner, Umar Osman, who has been inconsistent in previous tournaments, Manshahar sees the Malaysia Open as an important platform to test his ability and performance. Overall, he said category A involves 35 athletes while category B consists of 17 athletes, all of whom have been approved by committee members to go to the SEA Games. - BERNAMA
The Sun
10-08-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Malaysian sprinters Azeem, Danish qualify for India finals
MALAYSIAN sprint duo Muhammad Azeem Fahmi (pic) and Danish Iftikhar Muhammad Roslee have successfully advanced to the men's 100-meter finals at the India Open athletics championship, a Continental Tour Bronze series event held at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India. The 21-year-old Azeem dominated the second heat with an impressive timing of 10.48 seconds, securing first place and automatically qualifying for the final round. His performance demonstrated the form that has made him Malaysia's premier sprinter on the international stage. Danish Iftikhar also earned his place in the elite eight-man final field by finishing third in the same heat with a time of 10.64 seconds, ensuring both Malaysian representatives will compete for medals in tonight's championship race. Prior to departing for India, Azeem had expressed his determination to deliver positive results for Malaysia while utilizing every international competition opportunity to improve his personal records. 'My hope for this trip to India is to perform at my absolute best, not just for myself but for the country,' the young sprinter had stated to Kosmo. 'God willing, we will attempt to better our seasonal records, and if possible, I want to establish a new personal best. Most importantly, we want to enjoy the competition and hopefully find ourselves on the podium.' In the women's 100-meter category, Zaidatul Husniah Zulkifli successfully progressed to the finals after clocking 11.97 seconds in her second heat. However, teammate Nor Aisyah Rofina Aling fell short of qualification, recording 12.14 seconds which was insufficient to advance. The men's 200-meter event proved disappointing for Malaysia as Pengiran Aidil Auf Hajam could only manage sixth place in his second heat with a time of 21.95 seconds, missing out on the final by a considerable margin. Tonight's 100-meter finals promise intense competition, with Azeem and Danish expected to face formidable challenges from host nation athletes and several other Southeast Asian representatives all vying for the championship title. The Continental Tour Bronze series provides valuable international exposure for Malaysian athletes while offering crucial ranking points and preparation for major championships including the upcoming Asian Games and World Athletics events. Both Malaysian sprinters will be looking to capitalise on their strong qualifying performances and potentially secure Malaysia's first medals at this prestigious athletics meeting.
The Star
05-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Sprinter Azeem set to test speed in local meets before Uni Games
Malaysia's Muhammad Azeem Fahmi (centre) in action. - filepic PETALING JAYA: National sprint sensation Mohd Azeem Fahmi is set to return to Malaysia earlier than expected as he fine-tunes preparations for the World University Games in Germany from July 16-27. The 21-year-old Auburn University student is expected to return home after the National Colleagite Athletics Association (NCAA) Division One outdoor track and field championships at the Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, from June 11–14, where he's part of the 4x100m relay squad.
