Johor made history at the Selangor 2026 edition of the Malaysia Games by shattering a 10-year-old record in the men's 4x100m relay. 46 seconds to clinch the gold medal. 89 seconds set by Melaka's team at the 2016 edition.
Sabah also dipped under the previous record but had to settle for silver after clocking 39 seconds. Danish Iftikhar expressed his gratitude and happiness after the win, stating that the team trusted each other and were able to achieve their goal. He also claimed his second personal gold medal of the Games after winning the men's 100m title the previous day.
For Muhamad Airiel, the victory was a welcome relief after missing out on the 100m podium. He said that he had prayed to make up for it in the 4x100m relay and felt happy to have set a new record with his teammates. Johor's victory marked a significant improvement from their performance at the 2024 edition, where they failed to finish the event.
46 seconds. The Selangor 2026 edition of the Malaysia Games has seen several records broken, with Johor's achievement in the men's 4x100m relay being one of the most notable. The event has showcased the talent and determination of athletes from across the country.
In another event, Sarawak's Muhammad Isyraq Iqbal Ramadhan won his first-ever Malaysia Games gold medal in the men's singles bowling event. He dedicated his victory to his late mother, who had been a constant source of support throughout his bowling journey. As the Games continue, fans can expect more exciting performances from the athletes.
With several events still to come, the competition is expected to be fierce, and spectators can look forward to witnessing more record-breaking achievements.
