The Wilayah Persekutuan Karate team secured first place at the SUKMA 2024 karate competition, winning a total of 12 medals. Notably, most of the athletes on the team are Indian, making this achievement particularly significant. It’s a proud moment for us as these Indian athletes have brought home an impressive number of medals for the Wilayah Persekutuan team.
Gold Medal
1. Danesh Asyrraf Bin Muhammad Nazri – Men’s Kumite Individual – 55kg
2. Janardhan A/L Thiagu – Men’s Kumite Individual – 67kg
3. Logen A/L Vijaya Kumar – Men’s Kumite Individual – 84kg
4. Pavithiran Muthan – Men’s Kumite Individual – 84kg
Silver Medal
1. Neelesh Kishor A/L Suresh Kumar – Men’s Kumite Individual – 60kg
Bronze Medal
1. Muhammad Aiqal Bin Asmadie – Men’s Kata Individual
2. Nayana A/P N Girubagaran – Women’s Kumite Individual – 50kg
3. Diviyah A/P Ramesh – Women’s Kumite Individual – 55kg
4. Diva Shini A/P Thangaraj – Women’s Kumite Individual – 61kg
5. Dinesh Nithiananthan – Men’s Kumite Individual – 75kg
6. Women’s Kumite Team
Diviyah A/P Ramesh, Diva Shini A/P Thangaraj, Nayana A/P N Girubagaran, Sri Devyashene A/P Muthamil Maran
7. Men’s Kumite Team
Danesh Asyrraf Bin Muhammad Nazri, Neelesh Kishor A/L Suresh Kumar, Janardhan A/L Thiagu,
Logen A/L Vijaya Kumar, Dinesh Nithiananthan
These athletes have been shaped and honed under the expert coaching of Master Sudhan and the dedicated leadership of the team’s president, Dato P. Arivalagan. Their journey has been marked by rigorous training, strategic guidance, and an unyielding commitment to excellence. With their combined expertise and encouragement, the athletes have not only improved their skills but have also cultivated a strong sense of discipline, resilience, and determination.
This remarkable success at SUKMA 2024 is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the Wilayah Persekutuan Karate team. The outstanding performances of these athletes who played a pivotal role in bringing home 12 medals, have not only brought pride to the team but also to the entire community. Their victory serves as an inspiration to future generations of athletes and reinforces the importance of unity and perseverance in achieving excellence.
Source: SUKMA Website
