Malaysians must already know a person named Azizulhasni Awang. Azizulhasni Awang or his real name is Mohd Azizulhasni bin Awang is a professional track cyclist from Dungun, Terengganu.
He is known by the nickname ‘The Pocket Rocketman’ because of his small physique compared to other track cyclists. He was the first Malaysian cyclist to win a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, Brazil.
But, did you all know that August 16th is the anniversary date where he won the Olympic medal?
To remember the sweet history, Azizul told about his journey in achieving that unforgettable achievement on his Twitter page.
Four years ago, on this day i became the first Malaysian cyclist to win Bronze medal at the Rio Olympic Games. It’s the heaviest medal in my collection and it’s weigh approximately 500g! [This is thread] pic.twitter.com/Bckb2VhAY9
— Azizulhasni Awang (@AzizulAWANG) August 16, 2020
I’m so proud of myself as i’ve dedicated a huge part of my lives, spending countless hours and a lot of things in the process. Only me and my team know the trials and tribulations that i need to face in making this into the reality which make this piece of metal become priceless.
— Azizulhasni Awang (@AzizulAWANG) August 16, 2020
Moved out of my comfort zone at the age of 19, from kampung boy in Dungun-Malaysia to Melbourne-Australia, leaving families and friends behind and dedicated my whole life into this sport.
— Azizulhasni Awang (@AzizulAWANG) August 16, 2020
Trying hard since my first appearance at Beijing Olympic 2008 and then London Olympic 2012. Didn’t managed to win any medal but huge learning experiences and character building from that two events.
— Azizulhasni Awang (@AzizulAWANG) August 16, 2020
Me and the team we keep working hard, try every possible things to improve ourselves and NEVER GIVE UP. In 2016, i went to Rio Olympic and put everything on the line. This whole journey has taught me one thing
— Azizulhasni Awang (@AzizulAWANG) August 16, 2020
Life doesn’t give you what you want, it gives what you deserve
— Azizulhasni Awang (@AzizulAWANG) August 16, 2020
Source: Azizulhasni Awang
