Nagoya:Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has congratulated national track cyclist Datuk Mohd Azizulhasni Awang for securing Malaysia's eighth gold medal in the men's keirin event at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid expressed his pride in a Facebook post, highlighting that the victory came just a day after Azizulhasni, who hails from Dungun, claimed a bronze medal in the individual sprint event.
Azizulhasni, known as 'The Pocket Rocketman,' demonstrated his champion's spirit with a remarkable late sprint that secured the gold medal. Ahmad Zahid praised the cyclist for his calmness, discipline, and relentless fighting spirit, stating, "Congratulations, Jijoe. Thank you for continuing to make Malaysia proud. You are truly a legend."