Andre strikes gold with final-jump surge


Malaysia's Andre Anura Anuar celebrates after winning the men's long jump final. - REUTERS

BANGKOK: National long jumper Andre Anura Anuar saved the best for last to strike gold at the Supachalasai Stadium here on Monday (Dec 15).

The 26-year-old, who holds the national record of 8.02m, surged to the top with his final attempt, soaring to 7.71m to seal the title.

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