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Azizulhasni Awang Proves Age is Just a Number with World Cup Bronze
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Azizulhasni Awang Proves Age is Just a Number with World Cup Bronze

From Utusan Malaysia · (6m ago) Malay Positive tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Datuk Azizulhasni Awang secured a bronze medal in the Sprint event at the 2026 Track Cycling World Cup in Nilai, Malaysia.
  • He defeated Nikita Kiriltsev of Russia in the third-place playoff.
  • Azizulhasni attributed his continued success at a high level to mental strength, emotional control, and race reading, rather than solely relying on physical power.

Malaysian cycling legend Datuk Azizulhasni Awang has once again proven that age is just a number, clinching a bronze medal at the 2026 Track Cycling World Cup held at the National Velodrome in Nilai. The Pocket Rocketman, as he is affectionately known, showcased his enduring prowess by defeating a much younger Russian competitor, Nikita Kiriltsev, in the sprint event.

This victory is a testament to Azizulhasni's remarkable career, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest level despite the increasing dominance of younger athletes. His performance in Nilai not only brings pride to Malaysia but also serves as an inspiration, highlighting the importance of mental fortitude in sports.

Azizulhasni himself attributes his sustained success to his mental strength, emotional control, and tactical race reading. In a sport that often favors raw physical power, his ability to outsmart and outmaneuver opponents, particularly those decades his junior, underscores a deeper level of mastery. This win is particularly significant for Malaysian sports enthusiasts, celebrating a national hero who continues to defy expectations and inspire a new generation of athletes.

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โ€” Datuk Azizulhasni AwangDatuk Azizulhasni Awang's initial remark on his performance and the factors contributing to his success.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.