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15/09/2026

Japanese athletes Yutaro Yokouchi and Mika Taniguchi won the men’s and women’s MY100 titles at the Malaysia Ultra-Trail by UTMB 2026 in Taiping, Perak. Yokouchi completed the 97.5km course in 12:18:44, while Taniguchi took the women's crown in 15:37:54. Both earned direct qualification for the 2027 UTMB World Series Finals CCC race in France. China swept the MY50 category through Erqing Wu (5:03:47) and Dayu Wang (6:23:53), with Malaysia’s Michelle Ng placing second in the women’s MY50 division. India’s Bir Bahadur Rai and Hong Kong’s Ho Ting Yu claimed the MY25 titles. The third edition of Malaysia's only UTMB World Series event attracted over 3,000 participants from 63 countries across five race distances.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/running/japans-yutaro-yokouchi-and-mika-taniguchi-secure-titles-at-malaysia-ultra-trail-by-utmb-2026/

07/09/2026

ASICS Malaysia has unveiled its 42-member Pacer Squad and launched the exclusive ASICS x KLSCM 2026 collection at TRX City Park ahead of the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon. Designed by local creative Wilson Ng, the NOVABLAST™ 6 "Unity in Motion" features national flag colors and a custom "KL" sock liner. The apparel lineup includes the "RUNKL City Edition" and "RUNKL Local Food Edition," celebrating Malaysian heritage through graphics of satay, kopi, and nasi lemak. The 42 official pacers will guide runners across the 10KM, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon categories, wearing high-visibility gear and racing in the NOVABLAST™ 6 and SONICBLAST™ 2. The collection is available in stores, while the SONICBLAST™ 2 launches on September 18 for RM829.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/running/asics-malaysia-unveils-official-klscm-2026-pacer-squad-and-exclusive-unity-in-motion-collection/

02/09/2026

Paramount Property has launched the Paramount Cup 2026, returning to PLAYA Racquet Club @ PARC Subang from October 22 to 25 with an RM110,000 prize pool. Expected to draw over 900 players, the second edition introduces eight new junior categories spanning U10 to U16 age groups. Overseen by a PPA-certified Tournament Director, the event has also been designated an official APP Asia qualifying stop, creating international pathway opportunities for local players. As part of its social impact initiative, PLAYA and Paramount Property will donate and match RM5 from every registration fee to the Shelter Home for Children. Early-bird registration runs through September 5, offering 15% off standard entry fees.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/more-sports/paramount-property-launches-paramount-cup-2026-with-rm110000-prize-pool-and-app-asia-qualification-status/

28/08/2026

Under Armour has launched its new brand platform, "Commit," in Malaysia, shifting the sports narrative away from winning titles and records toward the discipline, growth, and joy found in daily training. The initiative highlights how a new generation of Malaysians uses sport for self-expression, mental health, and community connection. Supported by APAC Managing Director Simon Pestridge, the campaign showcases seven local sports figures representing distinct pillars of dedication, including national discus thrower Irfan Shamsuddin, ultra-endurance athlete Jeff Lau, professional basketballer Kuek Tian Yuan, MMA fighter Colleen Augustin, obstacle athlete Tobee Teng, record-holder Alvin Netto, and basketball coach Ee Shya. The platform will guide Under Armour's regional activations, celebrating athletes at every stage of their physical journey.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/more-sports/under-armour-unveils-commit-brand-platform-highlighting-athletic-growth-and-malaysian-sport-stories/

26/08/2026

In conjunction with Merdeka and Malaysia Day, Garmin Malaysia has launched the "Garmin Celebrates Lokal" campaign to encourage active living through local art and community movement. Partnering with Malaysian artist Izzati Suza, known for her doodle-inspired pop art, the initiative debuts exclusive co-branded merchandise and a downloadable Connect IQ watch face. The campaign is anchored by a four-part community event series across August and September, featuring a KL Tower Pound session, a Bukit Dinding trail run with post-workout nasi lemak, a botanical yoga session, and a "She Runs Lokal" women’s city run during KL Car Free Day. Alongside the events, Garmin's "Happy Merdeka Day" retail promotion offers up to 40% off selected wearables through August 31, complete with gift-with-purchase sticker packs and tumblers.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/more-sports/garmin-malaysia-unveils-garmin-celebrates-lokal-campaign-featuring-artist-izzati-suza/

24/08/2026

The IHH Sky Race returned to Kuala Lumpur on August 22-23, 2026, setting a Malaysia Book of Records title for Largest Participation in a Towerrunning Event with 7,797 finishers. Over 8,000 participants from 78 countries scaled 2,845 steps across 118 floors at Menara Merdeka Maybank in the Merdeka 118 Precinct. Japan's Ryoji Watanabe won the Men's Elite category in 15:38, closely followed by Malaysian champion Soh Wai Ching (15:48) and Australia's Mark Bourne (16:33). Croatia's Tea Faber took the Women's Elite title in 18:07. Marking a new three-year partnership, IHH Healthcare Malaysia served as Title Partner and Official Medical Provider, deploying over 200 medical personnel. Sanctioned by the Malaysian Towerrunning Association and supported by MOTAC, the event also featured a recovery record by EBENE and a four-day festival village at Stadium Merdeka.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/more-sports/the-ihh-sky-race-sets-malaysia-book-of-records-milestone-for-largest-towerrunning-event/

19/08/2026

More than 7,000 women have registered for the inaugural guardian KL Women Running Festival (KLWRF) 2026, bringing the event close to its 8,000-participant cap ahead of its debut at Dataran Merdeka on October 18. Organized by SCORE Sports Management with guardian Malaysia as title sponsor, the women-only event features 5km, 10km, and 15km options designed for runners and walkers of all fitness levels. Instead of traditional race medals, finishers will receive a custom Bloom Emblem Finisher Necklace designed in collaboration with Celovis. Taking place on World Menopause Day, the festival focuses on female strength, health, and midlife wellness. The event also includes the precursor Together Wellness Festival on October 10-11 at LaLaport BBCC. Public registration remains open via HeyJom until September 20.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/running/guardian-kl-women-running-festival-surpasses-7000-registrations-ahead-of-october-debut-at-dataran-merdeka/

13/08/2026

Under Armour has officially launched The Bouncy Tee in Malaysia, priced at RM239. Marking 30 years since the brand first transformed athletic tops, the new silhouette combines ultra-smooth Peruvian Pima cotton with NEOLAST™, an advanced stretch fiber engineered for long-lasting shape retention, resilience, and sustainability. The cross-functional tee features four-way stretch, rapid-dry moisture management, forward shoulder seams, and odor control tech to transition seamlessly between athletic performance and everyday wear. Under Armour Founder and CEO Kevin Plank highlighted the product as a major milestone in core apparel innovation. Supported by a campaign featuring music stars Parker McCollum and Gunna, The Bouncy Tee is available across five colorways—Ultimate Black, White, Peppercorn, City Khaki, and Fade Green—at Under Armour Brand Houses nationwide and online at underarmour.com.my.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/more-sports/under-armour-redefines-athletic-apparel-legacy-with-launch-of-the-bouncy-tee-in-malaysia/

04/08/2026

The Leapmotor APP Asia Penang Open 2026 concluded at Pickle By The Sea on Gurney Drive, hosting 1,386 entries from 22 countries competing for a USD35,000 purse. Dutch star Roos Van Reek headlined the event by winning three gold medals to claim a Triple Crown across Women’s Pro Singles, Women’s Pro Doubles with Vivian Glozman, and Mixed Pro Doubles with Jack Munro. Vietnam’s Quang Duong secured double gold, winning Men’s Pro Singles and Men’s Pro Doubles with Harsh Mehta. Host nation Malaysia recorded landmark breakthroughs, led by Aiman Hamdan, who claimed bronze in Men's Pro Singles for Malaysia's first professional medal on tour. Local players Khoo Er Yang and Dylan Ooi also registered major upsets against top international seeds to reach the quarterfinals. The dual-sanctioned APA and AFP event now moves on to upcoming tour stops across Asia.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/more-sports/roos-van-reek-claims-historic-triple-crown-as-malaysian-athletes-shine-at-leapmotor-app-asia-penang-open-2026/

31/07/2026

New Balance has officially launched the SuperComp Elite v6 and SuperComp Rebel v1 performance running shoes in Malaysia, expanding its specialized distance footwear lineup. Built for race day, the SuperComp Elite v6 features an updated Infinion foam platform, a redesigned carbon-fiber plate for increased propulsion, and a lightweight FantomFit translucent upper. Weighing 190 grams for men and 155 grams for women, the Elite v6 features an 8 mm drop and carries a retail price of RM999. Developed alongside elite athletes Alex Yee and Emily Sisson, the model is paired with the SuperComp Rebel v1, a lightweight training shoe priced at RM899 that incorporates a propulsion plate and 4 mm drop for daily workouts. Both models will be available nationwide and online at newbalance.com.my starting August 5, 2026, with trial sessions hosted at the New Balance Run Hub in Suria KLCC.

Read More: https://sportsworldmalaysia.com/running/new-balance-unveils-supercomp-elite-v6-and-supercomp-rebel-v1-performance-running-footwear/

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