A sporting nation
Malaysia loves sport, and its athletes have made the whole country proud. Winning at big games gives Malaysians a strong feeling of joy and unity. Sport also raises the country's name around the world.
Star sports and heroes
- Badminton is Malaysia's most famous sport. Player Datuk Lee Chong Wei reached world number one and won Olympic silver medals.
- In squash, Datuk Nicol David became world number one for many years - one of the greatest players ever.
- Malaysia also does well in cycling, diving and bowling.
Games we take part in
Malaysian athletes compete in the SEA Games, the Commonwealth Games, the Asian Games and the Olympic Games.
Remember
- Badminton is Malaysia's most famous sport.
- Lee Chong Wei won Olympic silver medals in badminton.
- Nicol David was a squash world number one.