Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi missed qualifying for the 60-metre final at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, finishing seventh in his heat with a time of 6.61 seconds. Previously, he broke the national record with a time of 6.56 seconds at the SEC Championships. Malaysian Athletics Federation’s Robert Ballard praised Azeem’s achievements and future prospects.
National sprinter Muhammad Azeem Mohd Fahmi’s aspirations for qualifying in the 60-metre final at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships were hindered. Competing in Virginia, he finished seventh in the second preliminary round, posting a time of 6.61 seconds, which ranked him 13th overall among 16 competitors, as reported by the tournament’s official website.
Recently, the accomplished 20-year-old athlete, representing Auburn University, achieved a personal triumph by breaking the national 60m record with a time of 6.56 seconds at the 2025 SEC Indoor Track and Field Championships. This accomplishment surpassed his previous record of 6.60 seconds, which he had set just weeks prior at the Tiger Paw Invitational Championships.
Robert Ballard, the technical director of the Malaysian Athletics Federation, commended Azeem’s participation in a major championship like the NCAA, highlighting the significance of his achievement. He noted, “He did everything to make it to the NCAA championships finals. Running 6.61s in a major event is a real positive sign for future things to come.” Azeem’s consistent performances position him favorably for future competitions.
In summary, Muhammad Azeem’s experience at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, despite not qualifying for the finals, marked a significant step in his athletic career. His recent record-breaking performance and commendable times signal a promising future for this young sprinter in competitive athletics. The insights from Robert Ballard further underscore the potential for continued success in forthcoming events.
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