Malaysian Kegler Makes History, Wins PBA Chameleon Championship
A New Chapter in Malaysian Bowling History
Kuala Lumpur, March 19 – In a groundbreaking achievement, National kegler Tun Ameerul Luqman Al-Hakim Tun Hasnul Azam has made history by becoming the first Malaysian to win a title at the Professional Bowlers’ Association (PBA) Tour in the United States of America.
A Historic Victory
Tun Hakim was crowned the PBA Chameleon champion when he emerged victorious against American bowler Kevin McCune with a score of 269-227 during the stepladder final at the National Bowling Stadium in Reno, Nevada.
A Message from the Champion
In a short video posted on PBA Facebook page, the 25-year-old described his historic win as "amazing." "It feels amazing as a PBA Tour champion, my first title. To all you guys back home this is for you Malaysia and I love you so much, thank you," he said.
The Road to Victory
Earlier, Tun Hakim blazed the lane in the elimination rounds, cementing his place as the top seed going into the stepladder finals. He brushed aside the challenge of American Boog Krol 237-226, 216-247, 268-267, 279-187 and continued his fine momentum by outplaying Swedish bowler and 12-time Tour winner Jesper Svensson 245-214, 245-228, 254-215.
The Reward
The victory saw him take home US$20,000 (approximately RM88,618) and a trophy.
A Missed Opportunity
Last Sunday, former 2018 world champion Muhammad Rafiq Ismail missed becoming the first Malaysian to win a PBA Tour. He had to be satisfied as runner-up at the PBA Scorpion Championship after falling short in 172-224 to Sweden’s Rasmus Edvall in the stepladder final at the National Bowling Stadium in Reno, Nevada.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is the first Malaysian to win a PBA Tour title?
A: Tun Ameerul Luqman Al-Hakim Tun Hasnul Azam
Q: Who was the opponent in the stepladder final?
A: American bowler Kevin McCune
Q: What was the score in the stepladder final?
A: 269-227
Q: What is the prize money for the PBA Chameleon championship?
A: US$20,000 (approximately RM88,618)