BANGKOK: National silat exponent Nur Syafiqah Hamzah clinched her maiden gold medal at the SEA Games by emerging champion in the women’s singles here today, ending Malaysia’s 20-year gold medal drought in the event.
Nur Syafiqah collected 9.960 points, defeating Brunei’s Nur Wasiqah Aziemah Rosihan who scored 9.920 points. Nur Syafiqah said she managed to control her emotions and maintain focus to secure victory.
“The feeling is very special because this is my first gold at the SEA Games. I have dreamed of this moment for a long time, so when it finally became a reality, I was extremely grateful and moved,” she said. “This victory is not the end, but a new step towards greater challenges ahead.”