Cyclist Muhammad Shah Firdaus Finishes 9th in 2024 UCI Track Cycling World Championships
In the 2024 UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Ballerup, Copenhagen, Malaysia’s national track cycling ace Muhammad Shah Firdaus Sahrom finished the keirin event in ninth place.
A Dream Finishes Short
The 28-year-old’s dream of advancing to the final was dashed as he only finished fourth in Heat 1 of the semi-finals, trailing behind Colombian cyclist Kevin Quintero, Japan’s Kento Yamasaki, and Poland’s Mateusz Rudyk.
Competition and Results
According to the official UCI website, only the top three cyclists from each Heat qualify for the final to compete for the gold medal.
Kento won the gold medal, while Israel’s Mikhail Yakovlev and Kevin took home the silver and bronze, respectively.
Brother’s Result
Meanwhile, his younger brother, Muhammad Ridwan, was eliminated in the repechage round of the same event, finishing fifth in Heat 4, where only the top two cyclists from each Heat advance to the quarter-finals.
A Second Chance at a Medal
However, Muhammad Shah Firdaus still has a chance to compete for a medal as he will participate in the sprint event tomorrow (Oct 19).
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FAQs
- Q: When did the 2024 UCI Track Cycling World Championships take place?
- A: The championships took place in Ballerup, Copenhagen.
- Q: How did Muhammad Shah Firdaus perform in the keirin event?
- A: He finished ninth.
- Q: What was his result in the semi-finals?
- A: He finished fourth in Heat 1.
Conclusion
Muhammad Shah Firdaus’ performance may not have met his expectations, but he still has a chance to redeem himself in the sprint event. As Malaysia’s top track cyclist, his achievement is still a source of pride for the country, and fans are eager to see him take on the competition once again.