Gold Medal Prospect for Malaysia in Esports at 2025 Thailand SEA Games
The Malaysia Esports Federation (MESF) has identified 19-year-old Ahmad Muhaimin Razak, also known as Minbappe, as a gold medal prospect for the country in esports at the 2025 Thailand SEA Games.
Potential to End Gold Medal Drought
MESF President Muhammad Naim Al-Amin believes that Minbappe, the FIFAe World Cup 2024 Ft. eFootball Mobile champion, has the potential to end Malaysia’s gold medal drought in esports at the biennial Games.
eFootball a Key Game at 2025 Thailand SEA Games
eFootball is one of six games to be contested at the 2025 Thailand SEA Games. Therefore, MESF views Minbappe as one of their gold-medal prospects at the Games.
Last Gold Medal Win in 2019
The country last won a gold medal in esports through Dr Yew Weng Kean in the 2019 edition in the Philippines.
Minbappe’s Historic Win
On Friday (Dec 13), Minbappe, who represented the FAM eRimau squad, made history by becoming the first ASEAN country to win the FIFAe World Cup 2024 Ft. eFootball Mobile tournament by defeating Morocco 2-0 and pocketing a cash prize of RM80,000.
Malaysia to Host Asian Qualifiers for Esports World Cup
Meanwhile, MESF President Muhammad Naim Al-Amin announced that Malaysia plans to host the Asian qualifiers for the esports World Cup next year. The country has submitted the proposal papers to host the qualifiers and is awaiting the green light from the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
Meeting with Ministry Officials
The Esports World Cup organisers were present during the M6 tournament to meet with Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abd Halim for Malaysia to host the Asian qualifiers. The outcome now depends on the approval from the ministry.
Future Plans
MESF President Muhammad Naim Al-Amin expressed his intention to meet with Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh soon to discuss the matter.
Conclusion
With Minbappe’s impressive win in the FIFAe World Cup 2024 Ft. eFootball Mobile tournament, Malaysia has a strong chance of bagging a gold medal in the 2025 Thailand SEA Games. The country’s efforts to host the Asian qualifiers for the esports World Cup also demonstrate its commitment to developing the esports industry in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is the gold medal prospect for Malaysia in esports at the 2025 Thailand SEA Games?
A: Ahmad Muhaimin Razak, also known as Minbappe, is the gold medal prospect for Malaysia in esports at the 2025 Thailand SEA Games.
Q: What is the potential outcome of Minbappe’s participation in the 2025 Thailand SEA Games?
A: Minbappe has the potential to end Malaysia’s gold medal drought in esports at the biennial Games.
Q: What is Malaysia’s plan for the esports World Cup?
A: Malaysia plans to host the Asian qualifiers for the esports World Cup next year.