Cyclist Nurul Izzah’s Knee Injury Not Serious, Says She Will Undergo Checkup
Nurul Izzah Izzati Mohd Asri, also known as the "Pocket Rocketwoman", sustained a knee injury during the keirin event at the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Track Cycling Nations Cup in Turkiye yesterday. However, she assured that the injury is not serious and that she will undergo a checkup with the National Sports Institute (NSI) upon her return to Malaysia.
The 21-year-old cyclist crashed during the first-round repechage at the Konya Velodrome, where she collided with Makaira Wallace of Trinidad and Tobago. As a result, Nurul Izzah was classified as Did Not Finish (DNF) and was left lying on the track, unable to continue the race.
Despite the incident, Nurul Izzah remains optimistic about her performance in the competition. She posted a caption on Instagram that read "Nothing serious" along with a video clip of the incident, indicating that she is not too concerned about the injury.
Nurul Izzah’s injury occurred after she finished fourth in Heat 6 of the first round, which forced her to compete in the repechage. However, she is expected to make a full recovery and is already looking forward to her next competition.
In a separate development, Nurul Izzah broke her own national record in the women’s sprint event on Saturday, clocking 10.578 seconds in the qualifying round. This surpasses her previous record of 10.658 seconds set at the 2025 Asian Track Cycling Championships in Nilai last month.
The UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup, which began on Friday, has come to an end, but Nurul Izzah’s impressive performance is a testament to her dedication and hard work in the sport.
Conclusion:
Nurul Izzah’s injury may be a setback, but it is not expected to keep her from competing in future events. With her determination and talent, she is sure to make a comeback and continue to impress in the world of track cycling.
FAQs:
- What is Nurul Izzah’s current condition?
She has a swollen knee but is expected to make a full recovery. - What caused the injury?
Nurul Izzah collided with Makaira Wallace during the keirin event. - How did Nurul Izzah perform in the competition?
She broke her own national record in the women’s sprint event and finished fourth in Heat 6 of the first round. - What is the UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup?
The UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup is an international cycling competition that features top cyclists from around the world.