Syahir: Sepak takraw double gold built on strong domestic pathway


Going for the kill: Malaysia’s Azlan Alias (left) in action against Vietnam in the sepak takraw final. — MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s stunning double gold from sepak takraw at the SEA Games in Thailand was no stroke of luck.

They were the product of a competitive domestic league and a clear pathway for player development that is now paying rich dividends.

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