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The Star
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Diving in with the raw
We'll be missing you: With Dhabitah unavailable, Pandelela is the only experienced woman diver left in the national team for the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. PETALING JAYA: With the prolonged absence of experienced diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri, Malaysia look set to send a relatively inexperienced team to the upcoming World Aquatics Championships in Singapore from July 11 to Aug 3. Three-time Olympian Dhabitah is taking an indefinite break from the sport to attend to family matters and her absence is a blow to the team's chances in the world meet. Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters. RM12.33/month RM8.63/month Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters. Free Trial For new subscribers only
The Sun
11-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Pandelela eyes consistency
NATIONAL diving veteran Datuk Pandelela Rinong has emphasised the need to strengthen both physical and mental aspects to achieve greater consistency ahead of the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore this July. The 32-year-old athlete acknowledged the importance of maintaining optimum performance, particularly during the preparation period leading up to the prestigious tournament. 'There are a few things I need to improve – my physical and mental levels. I need to be more consistent,' she said when met after the medal presentation ceremony of the National Diving Selection Trial at the National Aquatic Centre in Bukit Jalil today. Pandelela's best result at the World Aquatics Championships was winning the silver medal in the women's 10m synchronised platform event alongside former diver Datuk Leong Mun Yee at the 2019 edition in Gwangju, South Korea. In today's action, Pandelela lived up to expectations by clinching gold in the women's 10-metre platform event after amassing 270.20 points, ahead of backup diver Nur Eilisha Rania Muhammad Abrar Raj in second place (249.65 points) and Podium athlete Lee Yiat Qing in third (242.85 points). It was the first time Pandelela failed to surpass the minimum qualifying score (MQS) of 290 points set by the Malaysian Swimming Federation for senior divers, having cleared the mark twice previously. 'I already passed the MQS twice, so I've qualified for the World Championships. But I still wanted to compete today, so that training doesn't get too boring. 'The junior athletes have improved a lot – give them a year or two, and they'll be able to compete with me,' added the 2016 Rio Olympic silver medallist in the women's 10m synchronised platform. Pandelela also shared that she competed injury-free today, which puts her in a good position to prepare for the World Aquatics Championships, scheduled to be held from July 11 to Aug 3. Meanwhile, a surprise occurred in the men's 10m platform event as backup diver Elvis Priestly Clement claimed gold with a total of 375.50 points. The 18-year-old outperformed fellow backup diver Muhammad Anilrian Normatrud, who took silver with 350.50 points, while senior diver Bertrand Rhodict Lises had to settle for bronze with 350.40 points. MQS serves as the primary benchmark for determining which divers qualify to represent Malaysia in international tournaments, where each diver must surpass the required minimum score.
New Straits Times
11-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Pandelela still the one to beat, wins tune-up ahead of world meet
KUALA LUMPUR: Senior diver Pandelela Rinong has been competing in the National Trials to add variety to her dives ahead of the World Championships in Singapore, scheduled from July 11-Aug 3. At the trials today (May 11), the 32-year-old topped the women's 10m platform event with a total score of 270.20, finishing ahead of national junior diver Nur Eilisha Rania Abrar Raj (249.65) and Phnom Penh SEA Games champion Lee Yiat Qing (242.85). Although her score fell short of the Minimum Qualifying Standard (MQS) of 290, Pandelela said the meet was a mental and physical tune-up for the upcoming world meet. MQS is a qualifying standard that Malaysia Aquatics (MAS) have introduced to ensure that divers sent for competitions abroad are in good form. "I'm using the National Trials to prepare mentally for the World Championships," said Pandelela after the medal ceremony. "I've already surpassed the MQS twice (in previous meets) but still chose to compete here to avoid getting stuck in repetitive training routines. "I need to work on my physical and mental fitness, as well as my consistency, in the lead-up to the world championships." Pandelela had previously met the MQS at last year's National Trials in September and again at the Malaysia Open in November, confirming her eligibility for international competition. She expressed satisfaction with her performance, especially for completing the competition injury-free, and also praised the progress shown by junior divers. "My performance today was just okay. I think I was a bit lucky to win," she admitted. "But I'm really happy with how the juniors are coming along. Give them another one or two years and they'll be challenging me for my spot." The win marked her second triumph at the National Trials, having also clinched the synchronised 10m platform title on Saturday (May 10) with partner Yiat Qing. In the men's 10m platform event, national backup squad member Elvis Priestly Clement caused a major upset by outscoring Paris Olympian Bertrand Rhodict Lises. Elvis delivered a steady performance to amass 375.50 points, finishing ahead of Podium Programme diver Anilrian Normatrud (350.50) and Bertrand (350.40). His score also exceeded the junior MQS mark of 320. "I'm pleased with my score, which is above the junior MQS," said Elvis. "I still need to work harder to achieve better scores in the future. "I had a poor dive at a previous event that left me with pain in my face and ribs, but I managed to push through and win today."
Borneo Post
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Pandelela eyes consistency ahead of 2025 World Aquatics Championships
Pandelela in action during the National Diving Selection Trial at the National Aquatic Centre in Bukit Jalil today. – Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR (May 11): National diving veteran Datuk Pandelela Rinong has emphasised the need to strengthen both physical and mental aspects to achieve greater consistency ahead of the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore this July. The 32-year-old athlete acknowledged the importance of maintaining optimum performance, particularly during the preparation period leading up to the prestigious tournament. 'There are a few things I need to improve – my physical and mental levels. I need to be more consistent,' she said when met after the medal presentation ceremony of the National Diving Selection Trial at the National Aquatic Centre in Bukit Jalil today. Pandelela's best result at the World Aquatics Championships was winning the silver medal in the women's 10m synchronised platform event alongside former diver Datuk Leong Mun Yee at the 2019 edition in Gwangju, South Korea. In today's action, Pandelela lived up to expectations by clinching gold in the women's 10-metre platform event after amassing 270.20 points, ahead of backup diver Nur Eilisha Rania Muhammad Abrar Raj in second place (249.65 points) and Podium athlete Lee Yiat Qing in third (242.85 points). It was the first time Pandelela failed to surpass the minimum qualifying score (MQS) of 290 points set by the Malaysian Swimming Federation for senior divers, having cleared the mark twice previously. 'I already passed the MQS twice, so I've qualified for the World Championships. But I still wanted to compete today, so that training doesn't get too boring. 'The junior athletes have improved a lot – give them a year or two, and they'll be able to compete with me,' added the 2016 Rio Olympic silver medallist in the women's 10m synchronised platform. Pandelela also shared that she competed injury-free today, which puts her in a good position to prepare for the World Aquatics Championships, scheduled to be held from July 11 to Aug 3. Meanwhile, a surprise occurred in the men's 10m platform event as backup diver Elvis Priestly Clement claimed gold with a total of 375.50 points. The 18-year-old outperformed fellow backup diver Muhammad Anilrian Normatrud, who took silver with 350.50 points, while senior diver Bertrand Rhodict Lises had to settle for bronze with 350.40 points. MQS serves as the primary benchmark for determining which divers qualify to represent Malaysia in international tournaments, where each diver must surpass the required minimum score. – Bernama diving pandelela rinong sports World Aquatics Championships
