Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, August 3, 2026: The President of the Olympic Council of Malaysia, Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr.) Mohamad Norza Zakarira, has issued a press statement following the outstanding performance of the weightlifting team at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
Dr. Norza, who is also President of Commonwealth Sport Malaysia, President of the South East Asian Games Federation and OCA Vice President, hailed the five-gold, seven-medal haul of the weightlifting team, helping Malaysia finish 10th in the final medal rankings.
“On behalf of the Olympic Council of Malaysia (Commonwealth Sport Malaysia), I extend my heartiest congratulations to the Malaysian Weightlifting Federation and the weightlifting team on their magnificent performance at the recently concluded XXIII Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026,” Dr. Norza wrote.
“The weightlifting team contributed a total of seven medals for the Malaysian contingent, comprising five gold, one silver and one bronze, marking a landmark achievement that has brought immense pride and glory to our nation.
“In addition to this remarkable achievement, the Malaysian Weightlifting Federation was also awarded the prestigious Trafalgar Trophy for being the overall best-performing men's weightlifting team at the XXIII Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026 during the meeting of the Commonwealth Weightlifting Federation, held on Friday, July 31, 2026 at the Hilton Glasgow.
“This historic triumph is a testament to the vision, dedication and strategic foresight of the leadership of the Malaysian Weightlifting Federation, admirably led by its President, YBhg Datuk Ayub Rahmat, and supported by its dedicated office bearers, coaches, athletes, sponsors and other supporting partners.
“In recognition of this outstanding success, the Olympic Council of Malaysia (Commonwealth Sport Malaysia) fully supports the request by the Malaysian Weightlifting Federation for an annual allocation of RM 1 million from the Ministry of Youth and Sports to further strengthen the development of weightlifting in Malaysia.
“This proposal is timely and well justified, as weightlifting has unequivocally established itself as a reliable gold medal prospect on the international stage. A sustained financial commitment is essential to maintain this momentum, enhance athlete welfare and nurture the next generation of champions.
“The Olympic Council of Malaysia (Commonwealth Sport Malaysia) remains steadfast in its commitment and will continue to facilitate the development of weightlifting through all available channels, including leveraging international grants under the Olympic Solidarity Programme, tapping into developmental resources provided by the Olympic Council of Asia and extending direct assistance through the Olympic Council of Malaysia Trust Fund.”
(RM 1 million = 244,433 USD)
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