The ASICS META: Time: Trials Malaysia Edition wrapped up on a high at Persiaran Flora, Cyberjaya, making a lasting impact on the running community with a full house of 3,000 participants.
In its second year, this remarkable road race not only pushed personal limits but also highlighted the unyielding spirit of achievement and triumph. It echoed the triumphant energy seen in the Southeast Asian edition held in Bangkok, Thailand, last year.
Indonesia’s Robi Syanturi delivered an exceptional performance, claiming victory in the Men’s Invitational 10km category with an impressive time of 31:20.
Robi expressed his delight, saying, “This event pushed my limits and revealed my inner strength, proving that triumph lies beyond every finish line.”
Sharing the podium with Robi were Subas Gurung from Nepal (31:25) and Trí Nguyễn Anh from Vietnam (32:46), emphasizing the event’s competitive spirit.
In the Women’s Invitational category, Singapore’s Serena Teoh delivered an outstanding performance, clinching victory with an impressive time of 38:38. She was accompanied by Joida Gagnao from the Philippines (39:18) and Goh Chui Ling from Singapore (39:57).
In addition to the Open Category, the ASICS META: Time: Trials Malaysia Edition showcased an elite category, exclusively invitational.
The crème de la crème of runners in this select group, aiming to achieve their Personal Bests (PBs), adorned the cutting-edge METASPEED™ EDGE+ and METASPEED™ SKY+ shoes during the run.
Precision-crafted for cadence-style runners, the METASPEED™ EDGE+ redefined the art of starting fast and finishing even faster. Simultaneously, the METASPEED™ SKY+ elevated stride-style runners to new heights on the track, delivering an unparalleled experience of speed conquest.
These advanced racing shoes not only push the boundaries of speed but also embody the innovation that ASICS brings to the running sector, granting elite athletes a distinctive advantage in their pursuit of greatness at events like the ASICS META: Time: Trials Malaysia Edition.
Champions emerged with rewards, including cash prizes, ASICS gears, Garmin products, and Oakley eyewear. ASICS META: Time: Trials Malaysia stands as a testament to the brand’s steadfast dedication to innovation in the running realm. It solidifies ASICS’ role as a trailblazer, consistently offering elite athletes the perfect platform to unleash their full potential.
ASICS also offered a sneak peek of the upcoming NOVABLAST™ 4 shoe to all present runners. Set to launch in December 2023, NOVABLAST™ 4 is a lively trainer that has swiftly become one of ASICS’ most sought-after running shoes.
The shoe’s renowned trampoline effect is achieved through FF BLAST™ PLUS ECO cushioning and geometries that create a springy feel underfoot. Runners had the chance to try on the new NOVABLAST™ 4 with the assistance of ASICS personnel on standby.
