BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Brunei is sending an eight member contingent to compete in three sporting events at the 4th Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 taking place in Senegal from October 31 to November 13, 2026.
Representing the country in wushu is Lauren Emily Chua, while Md Nazrul Putera Faeiz Firdaous will be taking part in athletics; and Danniel Chan in the swimming event.
A National Flag Handover Ceremony for the Brunei contingent was held Saturday (Oct 24) at the Green Room of Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium.
Officiating the National Flag Handover Ceremony was Prince Sufri Bolkiah, President of the Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Council as the guest of honour.
Acting Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Datuk Seri Setia Muhammad Juanda bin Haji Abdul Rashid in his welcoming remarks shared, “Brunei Darussalam has participated in Youth Olympic Games since its inaugural edition in Singapore in 2010 followed by participation in the subsequent editions in Nanjing and Buenos Aires.
“The continuous participation proves the country’s commitment in providing a platform for our young athletes to gain international exposure and experience.”
He said, “In the Dakar edition, Brunei Darussalam is represented by three young talented athletes. Although our contingent is small, our athletes bring high sporting spirit reflecting the nation’s commitment to developing competitive young athletes for the future to compete in the international stage.”
The Minister added, “To the selected young athletes, competing in Youth Olympic Games requires physical strength, mental toughness and high discipline. Step forward with confidence and determination to deliver your best performance and achieve success that will make the nation proud and bring honour to Brunei Darussalam. Always uphold good conduct and demonstrate the highest standards of sportsmanship.”
Following the sabda, His Royal Highness handed over the national flag to Chef de Mission of the Brunei Contingent Siti Jariah Matjinen. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
