Ridzuan and Abdul Latif stun ’em with new world records


He’s too fast: Ridzuan Puzi (second from right) running past the other sprinters during the Asian Para Games men’s 100m T36 final at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta yesterday. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: Rio Paralympic champions Ridzuan Puzi and Abdul Latif Romly set stunning new world records as the Malaysian contingent enjoyed their best day in Asian Para Games history by winning seven golds in Jakarta.

“Mr Dash” Ridzuan smashed the world as well as the Asian record en route to winning the men’s 100m T36 (learning disability) gold medal last night.

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