LABUAN, July 7 (Bernama) -- Seven silat athletes from Labuan have been selected to represent the Federal Territories in the upcoming 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA 2026), following their outstanding performance at the recent Three-Corner Silat Championship SUKMA Selection for the Federal Territories.
The championship held on July 4 and 5 at the Financial Park Convention Hall here, saw top silat exponents from the three federal territories - Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya, competing for national-level selection.
National Silat Association (Pesaka) Labuan chapter president Mohd Khairul Abdul Ghani, said Labuan’s athletes demonstrated remarkable skill and determination throughout the event.
"Our athletes have shown tremendous performance, and their hard work paid off with seven of them now confirmed to join the Federal Territories SUKMA squad next year," he said.
He said Kuala Lumpur emerged as overall champions of the tournament, bagging 18 gold, seven silver, and two bronze medals.
Labuan secured second place with five gold, 11 silver, and nine bronze medals, while Putrajaya finished third with four gold, nine silver, and 10 bronze.
Mohd Khairul said the selection marks a significant milestone for Labuan’s silat development and reflects the growing strength of local talent.
“The result proves that Labuan silat is on the rise. With continued support and training, we hope to bring honour to the Federal Territories at SUKMA 2025,” he said.
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