Preparations for the Special Olympics Malaysia 6th National Games 2026 are now in full swing in Bintulu, Sarawak. Organizers confirmed today that over 793 athletes and officials have registered for the Games, which will be held from April 24 to 26. In a move to promote inclusivity, every athlete participating in the eight featured sports will receive a medal in recognition of their courage and commitment. 

In sports funding news, the Malaysian government has officially allocated RM18 million for the National Football Development Programme (NFDP) for the 2026 fiscal year. The funding is designed to cover 16,000 trainees and 792 coaches nationwide, ensuring the grassroots pipeline remains active despite the administrative turmoil at the FAM level. 

Additionally, Aruwin Salehhuddin made a historic return today as Malaysia’s sole representative at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. While multi-sport events like the Olympics take center stage internationally, local efforts like the newly launched Sarawak Premier Cup are aiming to evolve into talent production hubs for professional scouts across Southeast Asia.