Malaysian Bowling Star Retires, Opens Academy for Young Bowlers

Malaysian Bowling Champion Syaidatulafifah Retires, Launches Academy for Young Athletes Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Syaidatulafifah, a prominent figure in Malaysian bowling, recently announced her retirement from professional competition at the age of 28. Her career is marked by remarkable achievements, including gold medal wins at the World Bowling Championship in Las Vegas and the Asian Games in Palembang. In a recent interview, Fifah (as she prefers to be called) reflected on her journey. "Winning gold in Las Vegas was definitely a highlight," she shared, "but the Asian Games win in Palembang was equally special." Despite her success, Fifah decided to retire to pursue other opportunities and focus on giving back to the sport. She's launched the Syaidatula Afifah Academy (ASA) to nurture young Malaysian talent. The academy caters to children aged 7-15. Fifah's decision underscores a broader theme of athletes transitioning into new roles after retirement. Her passion for the sport and dedication to the next generation promise a bright future for Malaysian bowling.