M’sian pupils win top spots in world maths contest


Lih Ying (left) and Ze Ern emerged champions in the recent World International Mathematical Olympiad.

TWO children with the uncanny ability to crunch numbers and juggle complex concepts did Malaysia proud after emerging champions in the recent World International Mathematical Olympiad (Wimo).

Tan Ze Ern, seven, from SJK (C) Shang Wu in Penang and 12-year-old Gan Lih Ying from Sequoia International School in Selangor beat contestants from 15 countries to be crowned the best in their respective categories.

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