Khiew races to defend 200m freestyle title  


Too fast: Khiew Hoe Yean en route to winning the men’s 200m freestyle final. His compatriot Arvin Shaun Singh came in third. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

BANGKOK: After four days of frustration at the pool, Khiew Hoe Yean finally brought joy for Malaysia as he secured a third consecutive SEA Games gold in the men’s 200m freestyle.

And to add to the celebrations, teammate Arvin Shaun Singh claimed bronze after clocking 1:50.43.

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