Malaysia's sepak takraw heroes, Thai speedster and China's aqua kid steal the show
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia finally ended their 36-year wait for the men's team regu sepak takraw gold at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, while China's Zhang Zhanshuo and Thailand's Puripol Boonson also produced record-breaking performances on Day Five.
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Malaysia defeated traditional rivals Thailand 2-0 in the final at Nagoya City Mizuho Arena to claim their fourth gold medal of the Games, matching their success at the 1990 Beijing edition where they also beat the Thais in the final.
Syahir Rosdi, Farhan Adam and Azlan Alias gave Malaysia the advantage after beating Marukin Phanmakon, Putawan Sopa and Pornthep Tingbangbon 15-9, 5-15, 15-11 in the opening tie.
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