Golden takraw team out to upstage rivals again in team regu

High-flying action: Malaysia’s Mohd Azlan Alias Aksi (left) attempts a smash as Thailand’s Varayut Jantarasena tries to block during their Asian Cup regu final. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s sepak takraw team have proven they are no longer in Thailand’s shadow after clinching the regu gold at the Asian Cup but the mission isn’t over just yet.

The national squad are now chasing a third gold medal in the team regu event, which also comes with a shot at redemption.