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Malaysian cycling legend Datuk Azizulhasni Awang has struck gold at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026, winning the men’s keirin title 16 years after his first triumph at the same event.

The 38-year-old, affectionately known as the Pocket Rocketman, delivered another memorable performance to reclaim the Asian Games keirin crown, marking a significant milestone in his long and decorated career.

According to a report by the New Straits Times, Azizulhasni’s latest victory came 16 years after he first won the event at the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games.

His latest triumph is another reminder of his remarkable longevity in a sport where speed, endurance, explosive power and split-second decisions can make all the difference.