World champ Syarul plans to build new career after tearful goodbye


Passionate bodybuilder: Datuk Syarul Azman Mahen Abdullah saying goodbye to the sport after 26 years.

PETALING JAYA: It was an emotional time for national bodybuilder Datuk Syarul Azman Mahen Abdullah as he bid a final goodbye to the sport he had devoted his time for 26 years.

The 50-year-old was in tears during a press conference at the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) as he thanked all those who have supported him throughout his long and achievement-filled career, including six world titles and six Asian titles.

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