Hannah hails Mully for turning tragedy into triumph


True inspiration: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh speaking to Sarawak’s Mully Andriano Tawan ahead of the Para Malaysia Games (Sukma) opening ceremony. — ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

PETALING JAYA: From tragedy to triumph, Mully Andriano Tawan’s successful journey as a para swimmer, has won praises from Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh.

Mully lost his arm in a road accident in 2019 and was unemployed for two years. The 34-year-old faced deep emotional struggles due to his disability and isolated himself from everyone, including his family.

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