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Malaysia's athletes delivered a stellar performance at Glasgow 2026, surpassing medal targets and earning Cabinet recognition. The government has allocated RM1.1 million in rewards through SHAKAM.
Malaysia has committed RM1.1 million in prize money for athletes who won medals at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, with gold medalists receiving RM80,000 each under the National Sports Incentive Scheme.
Malaysia is exploring the possibility of hosting a Formula 1 race at Sepang International Circuit in October, marking a potential return for the country after a seven-year absence from the global motorsport calendar.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has publicly endorsed Malaysian Muay Thai athlete Ahmad Nor Iman Aliff Rakib's historic pursuit of the ONE Interim Strawweight Muay Thai World Championship, positioning the bout as a potential watershed moment for Malaysian combat sports.
India's government is establishing a task force to address tax and regulatory barriers blocking the return of Formula One to the Buddh International Circuit near New Delhi in 2028, over 10 years after the sport left the country.