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Malaysia Kidslympic 2024: Building Champions for Tomorrow Kuala Lumpur [28th December 2024] — Malaysia is set to witness an electrifying celebration of youth, sports, and community spirit with the Malaysia Kidslympic 2024, taking place on 28 and 29 December 2024 at the iconic PNB Ventures Merdeka Stadium. This inaugural event, a first-of-its-kind in the nation, brings together 1,000 young athletes from across Malaysia to compete, learn, and grow through the power of sports, fostering values that will last a lifetime. Malaysia Kidslympic 2024 will feature over 5 exciting sports disciplines, ranging from athletics, volleyball, softball, gymnastics and modern pentathlon to creative games aimed at developing motor skills and confidence amongst young participants. Designed to inspire children aged 3 to 12 to embrace sportsmanship, teamwork, and perseverance while discovering their potential in a fun, inclusive environment, the event is poised to become a movement to instill the spirit of Olympism among future athletes. “This is not just an event; this is the beginning of a movement—a movement to instill resilience, discipline, and the spirit of excellence in our children. Together, let us inspire a new generation of athletes who will carry the Malaysian flag to greater heights on the global stage,” said Dato Mohd Nazifuddin Najib, Secretary General of the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM). “We’re excited to create a memorable experience for every child and their families.” In celebrating the birth of Malaysia Kidslympic, Dato’ Mohd Nazifuddin paid tribute to the parents for their unwavering support in nurturing the champions