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The Star
20 hours ago
- Sport
- The Star
Olympic House – a legacy in concrete, a dream in gold
MALAYSIA is breaking ground – literally and figuratively – with the construction of a RM93mil Olympic House in Bukit Jalil. Slated for completion by the time the Los Angeles Olympic Games is held in 2028, this sprawling 5.38-acre complex promises solar panels, rainwater harvesting, native vegetation, and enough meeting rooms to host every sports association and their extended families.
New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Yeoh calls for public understanding on silambam issue
KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has called on the public to refrain from racialising silambam's omission from the 2026 Selangor Malaysia Games (Sukma). Yeoh urged all parties to be understanding and respectful of the decisions made by the host state in selecting Sukma events, and said there were other sports that had also not been selected. "The Sukma committee has convened, and Selangor as the host state has made its own decision to select the sports it considers important", said Yeoh after the Olympic House ground-breaking ceremony at the National Sports Complex in Bukit Jalil today. "This is not unique to Selangor. In every Sukma edition, the host state is free to choose the sports they want. Let's not racialise the issue when we talk about sports. "What we can do at the National Sports Council (NSC) is to consider hosting non-Sukma games. As you know, it's not only silambam that was not chosen, Muay Thai was also not selected. But no racial issue has been raised over that." Yeoh added that the 2028 Kelantan Sukma will be the last edition hosted on a rotational basis by states, and plans are underway to introduce a new modular format for the biennial multi-sport event. She said that the sports ministry, together with the National Sports Council (NSC), will refine the new format to ensure greater consistency in the sports contested, as the current host-state model sometimes results in less popular sports being excluded. She pointed out that it is increasingly difficult for each host state to cater to all parties, given the current list of 103 sports in Malaysia. "After Kelantan, the rotation of state hosts will come to an end. Every host state tends to select sports that offer them a better chance of winning medals. That's why some sports are dropped while others are included at every Sukma edition. "Beginning after Kelantan, the committee is considering appointing Putrajaya or the NSC as the permanent host. This will eliminate state hosting and ensure consistency in the sports contested. It also gives us the space to review and ensure continuity in athlete development," she said.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Kelantan to be last SUKMA host under current rotation model
THE Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) is reviewing plans to make Kelantan the last state to host the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) under the current rotation system. Minister Hannah Yeoh stated that future hosting rights may shift to Putrajaya or the National Sports Council (NSC) to maintain consistency in contested sports. She explained that the existing model allows host states to prioritise sports offering medal advantages, leading to frequent event exclusions. 'After Kelantan, the cycle where all states have hosted the Games will be complete,' she said during the Olympic House groundbreaking ceremony in Bukit Jalil. Hannah urged stakeholders to respect Selangor's decisions as the 2026 SUKMA host regarding event selections. She emphasised the need for continuity in athlete development through structured planning. The minister also welcomed the construction of the Olympic House, set for completion in 2028. 'It is a significant milestone that signals the beginning of an exciting new chapter in Malaysian sports journey,' she added. - Bernama
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
PM Anwar condemns hooliganism in sports, stresses unity
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has firmly stated that hooliganism and violence have no place in sports, especially football. He stressed that sports should unite Malaysians rather than divide them through unruly behaviour. 'Everyone supports their team or their state or their province, but that does not allow them to create chaos and tolerate hooliganism. So we'll make a difference. Don't import that culture of hooliganism in sports as you read and see and watch on television from the experience of other countries,' he said during the groundbreaking ceremony of Olympic House. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh was also present at the event. Anwar acknowledged that passion in sports is natural but should not justify actions against sportsmanship. 'People cry when they win and they cry when they lose. You know, which means you cannot deny the passion. But it does not warrant them to take actions which run contrary to the spirit of sportsmanship,' he added. He called for greater tolerance, stating that intolerance contradicts the unifying nature of sports. Anwar highlighted how sportsmanship uniquely bridges racial divides in Malaysia, unlike politics. 'There's no language in politics for sportsmanship. Politics is where you kill one another — I mean, not literally, hopefully. But only in sports, not in culture, not in the arts, not in economic rivalry,' he said. He emphasised that sportsmanship means striving to win while accepting defeat gracefully. Reflecting on Malaysia's history, Anwar recalled how sports like football and badminton united people during tense times. 'It doesn't matter whether he's Malay, Chinese, Dayak or Indian — we consider them all Malaysian. And that's what I feel we need to promote. But of course, we also need to excel,' he said. Jokingly, he added that Malaysia expects at least one Olympic gold medal under Minister Hannah Yeoh and OCM President Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria. Sharing advice for his grandchildren, Anwar stressed the importance of accepting losses with dignity. 'I said, I told them that's not the spirit. The spirit of course, is to win, but the sportsmanship, the term sportsmanship is such a value-laden term. You do try your best, you try and excel, but you accept it (loss) in a sportsman's fashion,' he concluded. - Bernama
The Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
PM Anwar urges early completion of Olympic House in Bukit Jalil
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for the Olympic House project to be completed earlier than its planned 2028 deadline. The new Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) headquarters is being developed by Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) at Kuala Lumpur Sports City in Bukit Jalil. Anwar expressed enthusiasm for the project during its groundbreaking ceremony, praising OCM president Tan Sri Mohamad Norza Zakaria for his leadership. 'This project signifies progress, as housing over 50 organisations under one roof will foster interaction, idea-sharing, and constructive criticism to elevate sports performance,' he said. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh also attended the event. Anwar linked the Olympic House to the Malaysia MADANI vision, emphasising its role in empowering the public, particularly young athletes. 'We must ensure sports involvement extends beyond a small elite group to include the broader community,' he added. The 140,973-square-foot facility will unite 58 national sports associations to improve collaboration and governance. It will feature modern amenities such as an auditorium, resource centre, gymnasium, museum, gallery, café, and surau. Sustainable elements include solar-powered signage, smart lighting, rainwater harvesting, and energy-efficient fixtures. The 5.38-acre site will replace the ageing Wisma OCM, built in 1991 near Stadium Merdeka. Anwar assured continued government support for OCM, provided governance improvements prioritise athletes over council members. He highlighted discussions with Hannah Yeoh to enhance sports schools and athlete development programmes. - Bernama
