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The Great Olympian Thambu Krishnan Has Passed Away 

by Tivyasruthi Nair Prem Ananth
December 21, 2023
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The accomplished Olympian Datuk Thambu Krishnan has passed away at the age of 79 after a brief illness yesterday in Penang. Krishnan, a formidable competitor who posed a strong challenge to legends such as Dr. Mani Jegathesan, succumbed to a lung infection yesterday at Penang General Hospital.

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Ganesh, the son of Thambu and a university lecturer, shared that his father dedicated considerable efforts to the field of athletics, particularly coaching children under 12, following the conclusion of his competitive running journey. Thambu managed to balance these contributions alongside his profession as a teacher, extending his involvement even after retiring as the headmaster of SJK Tamil in Perai, Penang.

In 1966, Krishnan secured the bronze medal in the 200m at the Asian Games. Following this individual accomplishment, he played a pivotal role in Malaysia’s gold-winning performance in the 4x100m relay, setting a new record with a remarkable time of 40.6 seconds. This achievement was just 1.2 seconds short of the existing world record held by the United States. Thambu had the honour of competing on behalf of Malaysia in the 400-metre event during the prestigious 1972 Munich Olympics, showcasing his athletic prowess on the international stage.

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In 1971, competing on his home turf, Thambu Krishnan set a new SEAP Games record with an impressive time of 47.8 seconds in the one-lap race. Subsequently, he secured the silver medal in the 200m, finishing just behind Anat Ratanapol. Notably, Krishnan’s record-breaking time in the 400-metre event remained unbeaten for 11 years until it was surpassed by Isidro del Prado from the Philippines. Krishnan’s outstanding achievements in the Southeast Asian Peninsula Games showcased his enduring impact on the track and field scene.

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Thambu Krishnan’s remarkable contributions to athletics, both on a national and international level, reflect a legacy of excellence. His immense labour and passion that was poured into developing the sports sector in Malaysia will continue to encourage and nurture the talents of the next generation of athletes. The memory of his legacy will continue to be remembered as an inspiration and emblem of success for younger athletes to aspire to attain.

Source: New Straits TImes

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