National deaf karate exponent Yilamaran Vispalinggam has made history by bagging the country's first medal at the 24th Deaflympics in Brazil.
The 22-year-old, who hails from Johor, won the silver medal after losing to Makhno Oleksanr of Ukraine, in the final of the men's kumite below 84kg, early yesterday (local time), reported Bernama.
This is Yilamaran's debut in the Deaflympics, which is a multi-sport event sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee, where hearing impaired athletes compete at an elite level. A total of 1,956 athletes from 70 countries are currently competing in the tournament from May 1 to 15.
It is worth noting that Yilamaran also made history in November last year when he won the country's first medal - a bronze - at the inaugural World Deaf Karate Championships in Tehran, Iran.
Sports Minister Ahmad Faizal Azumu, in a Facebook post, congratulated Yilamaran on his win, hailing him a national hero.
"I am very proud of his achievement because this is his first Deaflympics outing and he won a silver medal," Faizal wrote.
Meanwhile, the Johor state government has announced a cash reward of RM8,000 to Yilamaran as a token of appreciation for his achievement.
Congratulations, Yilamaran! You have proven that physical disadvantages are no barrier to one achieving greatness.
Wishing you all the best for greater successes in the future, and keep making your family, and the country proud!
Source: Bernama
Photo source: Facebook
Shuman
Thu May 05 2022

Vaara Raasipalan I 24th September 2023 - 30th September 2023
Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you! Don't miss Raasipalan, the weekly astrology program on Vaanavil every Sunday at 9am.
Subramaniam Sooryapparad I Saravedi Talk
HEMANATHAN I Saravedi Talk
Capt Murthi I Saravedi Talk
Kabil Ganesan I Saravedi Games
Kabil Ganesan I Saravedi Talk
YBhg Datuk Dr. Ravee Packirisamy I Saravedi Talk
GS Tharmann I Saravedi Games
Tamil Amutham_Week 4
Recap of the top 20 contestants of the Tamil Pechu Potti competition: They will engage in a Face-Off Challenge during the corresponding week of the Saravedi Night.
In Week 4, Thamayanthyi and Pugalini competed to win the coveted title. The event is also available on Astro Go and On Demand.
In Week 4, Thamayanthyi and Pugalini competed to win the coveted title. The event is also available on Astro Go and On Demand.
Vaara Raasipalan I 17th September 2023 - 24th September 2023
Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you! Don't miss Raasipalan, the weekly astrology program on Vaanavil every Sunday at 9am.