Sukma: The Terengganu contingent continued to narrow the gap with table-leader Selangor in the hunt for the overall champion title of the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA), as they are now separated by a difference of only three gold medals. According to BERNAMA News Agency, as of 10:00 pm tonight, Selangor leads the standings with 30 gold, 33 silver, and 23 bronze medals, while Terengganu is in second place with 27 gold, 27 silver, and 20 bronze. Johor follows in third place with 21 gold, 25 silver, and 20 bronze. The host state gained momentum through swimming and chess, contributing four gold medals each. However, they must remain focused to ensure the overall champion title stays in Darul Ehsan. Terengganu demonstrated strength in athletics with six gold medals, alongside four golds each in road cycling and taekwondo, intensifying the competition ahead of the closing day on Monday. Pahang shooting athlete Cheah Zen Hong captured attention by winning his fifth gold medal at SUKMA 2026. The 20-year-old excelle d in the men's individual 10-meter air pistol event, setting a new record with 236.8 points. Zen Hong had previously won gold in the individual and team 50m free pistol and the individual 25m rapid fire, as well as leading the men's team 10m air pistol event. The competition is set to heat up tomorrow as badminton courts begin offering medals in the men's and women's team events. The men's team gold medal playoff will feature a clash between the Federal Territories team and Penang. In the women's team category, Selangor has a chance to extend its lead at the top of the chart as they face Penang in the final.