19yo Malaysian math whiz sets record for solving 50 digits multiplication in 24.61 secs

Yap surrounded by her impressive collection of over 1,000 trophies from various competitions. Photos: Yap Wen Min

In the last 14 years, Yap Wen Min, 19, has won over 1,000 trophies in Mathematics, Science, debating and public speaking competitions, both locally and internationally.

Recently, the Kuala Lumpur-based teenager reached another milestone by entering the Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) for being the Fastest to Solve 50 Digits Multiplication in 24.61 seconds.