Send athletes overseas for exposure, says Irfan


KUALA LUMPUR: He has been through it and knows the importance and benefits of overseas exposure for national athletes.

Now, South-East Asian discus champion Mohd Irfan Shamsuddin (pic) wants more national athletes to be sent overseas for competitions or training regularly so that they can fully realise their potential and talent.

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