Bowling: Rafiq’s back and banging


Bowler Mohd Rafiq Ismail (second right) has recovered from a wrist injury and is currently competing in the Malaysian Open tournament at Sunway Pyramid. - Filepic

PETALING JAYA: The ongoing Malaysian Open bowling championships at the Sunway Mega Lanes in Sunway Pyramid marks the return of two national trainees – Mohd Rafiq Ismail and Hee Kar Yen – from injuries.

Elite squad member Rafiq is returning from an arm injury picked up in January after the national trials.

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