Latif 'uneasy' with millionaire tag
Published on: Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Kuala Lumpur: Rio Paralympics gold medallist, Abdul Latif Romly said though he is in a state of euphoria with the various celebrations over his success in the Paralympics but he felt apprehensive about being tagged a young millionaire after receiving the incentives. Abdul Latif, 19, who won the T20 long jump gold medal, received RM1.05 million under the Athletes Incentive Scheme (Shakam) and several corporate contributions including Naza Corporation Holdings which rewarded him with a residence suite at Trion 888 in Equine Park worth RM350,000 as well as a Kia Sportage valued at RM121,888 for his success in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Perlis-born athlete said he did not expect his sports talent to change the lifestyle of his family. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express’s Telegram channel.
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I will make ensure my finance is properly managed. I also remember the message from supporters to continue achieving more success and would heed the call by Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin to participate in the Asean Para Games and break the national record," he told reporters at Menara Naza, Persiaran KLCC here. – Bernama
