Diving cut from Commonwealth Games, blow for Malaysia


Keep it: Elvis Priestly Clement hopes diving will be reinstated in the Commonwealth Games. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: Diving has been dropped from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow from July 23-Aug 2, a decision that is set to hurt Malaysia’s medal prospects.

The sport is the latest casualty, joining badminton, hockey, squash and rhythmic gymnastics – events in which Malaysia traditionally harbour strong medal hopes.

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