But the track cyclist, who is seen as Malaysia’s best hope for an Olympic gold, is taking the expectations of a nation in his stride. The only Malaysian world champion in an Olympic sports discipline when he rode to gold in the 2017 World Track Cycling Championships in Hong Kong, Azizul said he is used to the pressure having represented the nation for 15 years. “For me to go to the Olympics as a gold medal prospect for the country takes it (pressure) to another level. “Whatever the result is, I will not be disappointed because I know I have given it absolutely everything I got. “You know me, I’m a warrior.

Source: The Star July 14, 2021 23:14 UTC