Malaysia’s Elite Track Cycling Squad Ends 2025 Asian Track Cycling Championships on a High
Malaysia’s elite track cycling squad has ended their 2025 Asian Track Cycling Championships (ATC) campaign on a high, bringing home a total of 10 medals – two gold, four silver, and four bronze. This achievement surpasses their performance at last year’s edition in New Delhi, India, where the team secured seven medals (two gold, two silver, and three bronze).
Breaking Records and Setting New Barriers
Adding to the excitement, the national riders shattered one Asian record and three national records across multiple events, including the women’s 1-kilometre (KM) time trial, women’s individual sprint, and women’s team sprint.
Coaching Team’s Assessment and Future Plans
National track cycling head coach Mohd Harnizam Basri expressed his delight with the team’s overall performance, especially since this marks his first year leading the squad. However, he emphasized that there is still room for improvement as the team shifts gears towards bigger challenges ahead, including the SEA Games in Thailand later this year, as well as the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games next year.
"We’re happy with the team’s performance at ATC 2025. But we’re still fine-tuning things, testing different strategies to find the best approach moving forward. What we’re working on now is all about discovering the positives as we prepare for the SEA Games, Commonwealth Games, and Asian Games," he said.
Focus on Sprint Queen Nurul Izzah Izzati Mohd Asri
On the incredible form of Malaysia’s sprint queen, Nurul Izzah Izzati Mohd Asri, Harnizam had nothing but praise for the young star from Sungai Petani, Kedah. The coaching team is now planning a specialized training programme to enhance her muscle development, allowing her to generate even more explosive power in future competitions.
"Izzah is the complete package when it comes to acceleration but she lacks muscle mass. To generate maximum power, this is crucial, and that’s something we’ll be focusing on for her moving forward," he added.
Conclusion
Malaysia’s elite track cycling squad has made a strong statement at the 2025 Asian Track Cycling Championships, breaking records and setting new barriers. As they shift their focus towards bigger challenges ahead, it is crucial that the team continues to work on fine-tuning their strategies and preparing for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Malaysia’s performance like at the 2025 Asian Track Cycling Championships?
A: Malaysia’s elite track cycling squad has brought home a total of 10 medals – two gold, four silver, and four bronze.
Q: How does this performance compare to last year’s edition?
A: This achievement surpasses their performance at last year’s edition in New Delhi, India, where the team secured seven medals (two gold, two silver, and three bronze).
Q: What are the team’s plans for the future?
A: The team is shifting gears towards bigger challenges ahead, including the SEA Games in Thailand, the Commonwealth Games, and the Asian Games next year.