Terengganu targets 61 gold medals at Sukma Games

The Terengganu contingent is setting its sights high for the upcoming Sukma Games in Selangor, aiming to secure 61 gold medals and a top-three overall standing. This ambitious target is backed by the participation of 600 athletes across 35 different sports.

Key events expected to yield significant medal hauls for Terengganu include sailing, cycling, volleyball, pencak silat, judo, kabaddi, and netball. Preparations have been underway since January 2025, with meticulous planning to ensure athletes are in peak condition and to surpass the achievements of the previous Sukma Games in Sarawak.

Terengganu will not participate in basketball and chess due to underperforming athletes in those specific disciplines. However, the state is confident in its medal prospects in sports like cycling, judo, and weightlifting, which have historically been strong sources of success.

To further motivate the athletes, the Terengganu state government has increased the incentive payouts for medal winners. Gold medalists will now receive RM3,500, silver medalists RM2,500, and bronze medalists RM1,500, marking a RM500 increase per medal category compared to the previous games. This financial boost is intended to honor the athletes' dedication and inspire them to bring pride to Terengganu, aiming to re-establish the state as a major sporting power in the nation.