Malaysian Sprinter Danish Iftikhar Eyes Triple Gold at Sukma 2026
Malaysian Sprinter Danish Iftikhar Eyes Triple Gold at Sukma 2026
Source: Astro Awani · August 17, 2026 at 8:25 PM · AI-assisted report
JOHOR, 18 AUGUST 2026 —
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KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 17): Malaysian sprinter Danish Iftikhar Muhammad Roslee is set to compete for a triple gold at the Sukma 2026 Games on Tuesday, following his victory in the men’s 100m event and a record-breaking performance in the 4x100m relay. The 19-year-old Johor athlete, who also holds the national 200m record, will vie for gold in the men’s 200m final, with expectations high after his dominant displays.
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The women’s 200m final will also draw attention, as 100m champion Izzatul Musfirah Ahmad Kamal Azira aims to secure a second gold. Both athletes have heightened anticipation for their respective events. Meanwhile, multiple records were broken on Monday, including Johor’s men’s 4x100m relay team and Chai Kai Le in the men’s javelin throw.
In archery, Muhammad Akmal Danial Baharuddin (Terengganu) and Catherine Looi Mei Qi Abdullah (Sabah) set new records in the compound 50m events, while Perak’s Nazirul Iqbal Roszaini achieved a new mark in the men’s 10m air rifle.
As of 10pm Monday, Selangor led the medal tally with 14 gold, 15 silver, and nine bronze, followed by Terengganu (13 gold, 20 silver, seven bronze) and Johor (11 gold, 12 silver, 10 bronze).
Details on the final results and further updates are not yet available.
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