Sukma may be held without spectators, says Ahmad Faizal


JOHOR BARU: The Youth and Sports Ministry does not rule out the possibility of holding the Malaysian Games (Sukma) in Johor without having spectators due to Covid-19.

Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu said taking the example of the recently concluded Olympic Games in Tokyo, among other aspects being taken into consideration includes the involvement of young athletes under the age of 17 who are currently not yet vaccinated.

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