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Russian coaches arrive to spark Malaysia's diving comeback

By LIM TEIK HUAT

Friday, 06 Feb 2026 | 3:38 PM MYT

National Sports Council director-general Jefri Ngadirin.

PETALING JAYA: Russian coaches are set to bolster Malaysia’s diving team, sparking hopes of ending a 10-year Olympic medal drought.

National Sports Council director-general Jefri Ngadirin confirmed that two Russian coaches have been appointed to strengthen the squad.

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