Misbun's wife Latifah passes away


File photo of Datuk Misbun Sidek and wife Latifah

PETALING JAYA: Badminton legend Datuk Misbun Sidek's wife Latifah Sidek passed away at the Kuala Lumpur Hospital on Friday after succumbing to Covid-19.

The 58-year-old, who had frequented hospital for her kidney problem, was admitted to the hospital two weeks ago after she was tested positive for the virus.

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