Kai Le goes from accidental javelin thrower to record setter


Johor’s Chai Kai Le celebrating his javelin gold medal. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star

SERDANG: Malaysia Games (Sukma) javelin champion and new record holder Chai Kai Le’s foray into the sport was almost accidental.

The Johorean only got into the event at the age of 12 after a teacher spotted his arm speed while he was playing badminton.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Athletics

What a comeback!�Sayyid says it loud and clear with maiden 400m win
Airiel finds redemption as Johor smash 10-year Sukma relay mark
Airiel finds redemption in record-breaking 4x100m relay win
Penang Sayyid's 400m gamble pays off
Johor’s Kai Le breaks 26-year Sukma record in javelin
Athletics-Britain's Hunt and Asher-Smith set medal records at European Championships
No hurdles too high for Armin and�Fatin thanks to extra lift
Sasha stays solid as discus to triumph in tense battle�
Winning a double not enough for Danish while Izzatul sets tone after sweet first
Sasha holds nerve to win discus gold

Others Also Read