National sepak takraw players in action against India during the quadrant final at the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup at Stadium Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur, May 19, 2026. — Bernama pic (New users only) It's tax relief season! Get up to RM300 when you save with Versa! Plus, enjoy an additional FREE RM10 when you sign up using code VERSAMM10 with a min. cash-in of RM100 today. T&Cs apply. Wednesday, 20 May 2026 11:25 AM MYT KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated the national team on their victory as champions of the quadrant event at the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup yesterday.In a Facebook post today, he said the success not only raised Malaysia on the world stage but also proved that our local athletes possess resilience, unity of purpose, and the ability to compete and achieve success at the international level.“Well done, our national heroes. The fighting spirit you showed is a source of pride for all Malaysians. Congratulations,” he said. The national sepak takraw team lift the trophy after defeating India in the quadrant final at the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup at Stadium Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur, May 19, 2026. — Bernama pic Malaysia lifted the inaugural quadrant trophy after defeating India 2-0 in the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup final last night at Titiwangsa Stadium here.The national squad, comprising Muhammad Afifuddin Mohd Razali, Muhammad Shahalril Aiman Halim, Amirul Zazwan Amir and Aidil Aiman Azwawi, received an added boost from the extraordinary support of some 3,000 spectators who packed the stadium, famously known as the Home of Sepak Takraw. — Bernama