As luck would have it


Leaping forward: Perak’s Mohd Adib Irfan Azizan in action in the 400m hurdles final. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

SERDANG: The favourite’s misfortune became the underdog’s fortune in the Malaysia Games (Sukma) men’s 400m hurdles final at the Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Stadium yesterday.

Johor’s Aiman Najmi Mohd Anuar, strongly tipped for the gold, had the perfect start and looked destined for victory.

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