Malaysian Lawn Bowler Emma Firyana Saroji Reaches World No. 2 Ranking

Malaysian lawn bowler Emma Firyana Saroji now holds the world No. 2 ranking following the latest update from the World Bowls Tour. This achievement serves as significant motivation for the 39-year-old athlete as she eyes a spot in the national squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Emma expressed confidence in her current form, believing it places her among the top candidates for selection, though she awaits the official announcement.

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If based on current performance, I am confident there is a chance for the Commonwealth Games. But anything can happen at the last minute, so I have to wait for the official announcement after the Australian Open.

"If based on current performance, I am confident there is a chance for the Commonwealth Games. But anything can happen at the last minute, so I have to wait for the official announcement after the Australian Open," she told Mingguan Malaysia. The new ranking is a proud career milestone, but Emma acknowledges that world rankings are dynamic and require consistent performance to maintain.

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I will try to get a better position. If given the opportunity to become the No. 1 player in the world, of course, I want to achieve it.

"I will try to get a better position. If given the opportunity to become the No. 1 player in the world, of course, I want to achieve it," she stated. Emma is currently participating in the Australian Open, a tournament that awards world ranking points and could influence her standing. She is determined to use this competition as a platform to solidify her position and pursue the world No. 1 title.

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I will strive for the best results in Australia because this tournament counts towards the world rankings. I want to improve my current position.

"I will strive for the best results in Australia because this tournament counts towards the world rankings. I want to improve my current position," she added. While acknowledging the pressure that comes with her high ranking, Emma chooses to channel it into additional motivation, stating, "I don't deny there's a little pressure. It would be a lie to say there isn't. But I take it positively. I just want to do my best as I did last year and maintain the momentum."

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I don't deny there's a little pressure. It would be a lie to say there isn't. But I take it positively. I just want to do my best as I did last year and maintain the momentum.