Can Cheong Jun Hoong be Malaysia’s women’s 10m platform dark horse?

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Cheong Jun Hoong is Considered a Potential Dark Horse for a Medal at the Tokyo Olympics

Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Senator Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal expressed confidence that national diver Cheong Jun Hoong could be a surprise contender for a medal in the women's 10-metre platform individual event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. This assessment is rooted in her past achievements, most notably her victory at the 2017 World Championship.
2017 World Champion Status

Cheong Jun Hoong secured the title of world champion in the women's 10m platform individual event in 2017. This remarkable achievement in Budapest, Hungary, marked the sole occasion a Malaysian diver has managed to surpass Chinese competitors to claim a gold medal on the international stage.
Past Success Against Top Competition

The 2017 World Championship performance highlights Cheong Jun Hoong's capability to perform under immense pressure and defeat formidable opponents. Her victory in Budapest demonstrated her ability to overcome the historically dominant Chinese diving contingent, a feat that underscores her potential as a significant competitor.
Olympic Medal Prospects

Alongside Pandelela Rinong, Cheong Jun Hoong is identified as one of Malaysia's remaining medal prospects for the Tokyo Olympics. While the specific colour of any potential medal remains uncertain, her status as a former world champion positions her as a diver capable of unexpected success in the highly competitive Olympic arena.

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