Azizulhasni: Tajaan Sime Darby pembakar semangat Read more at: http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/azizulhasni-tajaan-sime-darby-pembakar-semangat

KUALA LUMPUR: Pelumba basikal trek negara, Azizulhasni Awang menyifatkan kepercayaan berterusan daripada Yayasan Sime Darby (YSD) sebagai pembakar semangat kepadanya untuk membutirkan pingat di Olimpik Rio 2016. YSD pada Selasa telah memperuntukkan penajaan sebanyak RM2.85 juta kepada Azizul dan seorang lagi pelumba, Fatehah Mustapa. "Sebenarnya kita berkemampuan untuk memenangi pingat di kejohanan antarabangsa dan Olimpik... walaupun kita gagal raih pingat di Olimpik lampau kita bukan gagal sekali dan selamanya... sebenarnya kita mampu dan berusaha lebih keras lagi," kata Azizul. Menerusi pembiayaan YSD sebelum ini, Azizul layak ke final acara keirin individu lelaki di sukan Olimpik London. Turut cemerlang, Fatehah yang berjaya menempatkan diri buat kali pertama pada temasya terbesar di dunia itu, tahun lalu. Lantas, tidak mustahil dengan tumpuan hanya diberikan kepada dua pelumba ini, impian negara untuk melihat pingat dari sukan berbasikal trek di Olimpik bakal tercapai. Azizul dan Fatehah akan memulakan program ‘Road to Rio 2016’ dengan penyertaan ke kejohanan berbasikal Asia ACC Delhi di India, bulan depan. 

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Quiet birthday do for Azizul as visa snag delays return to Melbourne

Family time: National cyclist Azizulhasni Awang enjoyed a quiet 25th birthday do with his wife and three-month old baby girl.

PETALING JAYA:
National cyclist Azizulhasni Awang enjoyed a quiet 25th birthday do yesterday as his plan to return to Melbourne for training hangs in the balance. The London Olympic finalist in keirin has yet to receive his student visa and has had to hold off his return to the national cycling team base in Melbourne, under coach John Beasley, since last month. It will be a relatively slow year for Azizul as he will not be competing in the World Track Championships in Belarus next month after failing to gain qualification points in the World Cup legs. Qualification is through the three World Cup legs for the 2012-2013 season in Cali, Colombia, (October); Glasgow (November); and Aguascalientes, Mexico (January). Azizul did not compete in any of the three legs. Azizul also did not earn direct entry through the Asian Cycling Championships as that honour went to Josiah Ng, who won the keirin final in last year’s edition held in Kuala Lumpur in February. And Azizul may give the Asian Cycling Championships in India in March a miss as well if he’s not in the best shape. Azizul has two World Championships silver medals and also won the keirin and sprint titles at the Asian Cycling Championships previously. “That (the Asian Cycling Championships in India) depends on coach John ... if he feels I am still not ready for competition,” said Azizul. “I was supposed to go back to Melbourne last month but I could not get my visa sorted out. “I have no choice but to wait. It’s okay if I have to wait until the later part of the year for the track season to start again as I’ll have more time to prepare. “The Olympic qualification period is only due to start from 2014 and I’ll probably compete in selected Grand Prix races. “For now, I’m just training on the road in Ipoh.” Azizul chose to spend his birthday with his wife Athiah Ilyana Abdul Samad and their three-month old baby girl, Amna Maryam. “This is the first time I am celebrating my birthday as a father. We cooked and ate together at home,” he said.

Thank You ORIS MALAYSIA

ORIS Malaysia, which recently launched its Oris Artix GT Chronograph series, has announced that it is officially sponsoring violinist Dennis Lau.The event also recognised Olympians Pandelela Rinong Pamg and  Azizulhasni Awang for the hard work and sportsmanship in their respective sport by presenting an Oris watch each. Their efforts are also in line with the Oris tagline Real Watches For Real People. “As in sports and music, precision and timing are necessary in watch making and we are proud to honour Pandelela, Azizul and Lau for their achievements by presenting them with our precision timepieces,” says Raymond Tan, general manager of Oris Malaysia.

From left: The pocketroketman,Dennis Lau and Pandelela.We are signing the autograph for lucky winners.

Both 3 names are on the special edition cap.
Azizul Awang-Cyclist
Dennis Lau- Violinist
Pandelela-Diver

Alhamdulillah.It takes more than just practice to become an Olympian or World Class Athlete. Support and appreciation from everyone is one of the glimpse for an athlete to keep performed.  Thank You ORIS Malaysia once again for the special watch.Im totally grateful and honour for  this opportunity.

What my activities at home while waiting for wife's D-Day

I grew up at Dungun Terengganu.Terengganu,is a place where you can find nice beaches and clear blue river of fisherman village. But ,honestly i never do fishing at my hometown.
But,recently my interest towards FISH is enormous ! Been trying to be a fisherman at Melbourne twice,but disappointing.

Oh well,i think to keep my own fish farm is a good idea huh .Its nearly 30 fishes are down under my humble pond .At first,i just did that for fun.Anyhow,when you see the fishes everyday,from small to big size..it gives kind of indescribable  feeling!Especially at night,when they noticed you approach the pond,they will gather to give respect to me..LOL



Most of the fishes are good to eat.I think by having my own fish farm will actually save my money to buy the fish outside.Well,to be frank, the taste is way better than the one you get at the market.
I have Ikan Patin,Kelah,Talapia etc.Ever wonder if i finished cycling,i will invent my own fish farm with thousand of fishes .Fish comes second now !I cant be apart for so long since im afraid no body will feed my fish!

Other than that,i love to keep Green .I think by looking at green object it makes you tranquil and relax.
Since i used to cycle a lot to Cameron Highlands,i think by not having my own cactus is something missing.So here we go,i have my own now and i hope my wife will accept my craziness towards cactus instead.



I just have 3,but i believe more to come....

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak

Assalammualaikum W.B.T

 Eid al-Adha also called Feast of the Sacrifice, the Major Festival, theGreater Eid and Bakrid, is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to honour the willingness of the prophet ʾIbrāhīm (Abraham) to sacrifice his young first-born son Ismā'īl (Ishmael)a as an act of submission to God's command and his son's acceptance to being sacrificed, before God intervened to provide Abraham with a ram to sacrifice instead.

Alhamdulillah,after 4 years celebrated Eid abroad,this is the time where i can be with my family for both Eid,Eid Fitri and Eid Adha.As an athlete,time with families is really limited and u will only get a chance once in a million years.Sometimes,i didnt celebrate because there are a lot of tournaments that i have to participate. However,life as an athlete is really short..sacrificing is needed. Alhamdulillah, this year, i can celebrate my Eid Adha with my wife at Malaysia.

Since my wife is 9 months pregnant,I just celebrated my Eid at Ipoh.I can feel the differences.When you celebrated at East Coast and Utara.They still manage to do all those special raya's menu but the celebration is kinda simple compared to Terengganu .But yes,,the place doesnt matter as long we as Muslim,understand the real meaning of Eid al-Adha.

FYI,during the celebration of Eid al-Adha, Muslims commemorate and remember Abraham's trials, by themselves slaughtering an animal such as a sheep, camel, or goat. This action is very often misunderstood by those outside the faith.Furthermore,Allah has given us power over animals and allowed us to eat meat, but only if we pronounce His name at the solemn act of taking life. Muslims slaughter animals in the same way throughout the year. By saying the name of Allah at the time of slaughter, we are reminded that life is sacred.

As,Eid Al Adha is on Friday, we had our Qurban on Saturday .The duration of sacrifice is three days (10th, 11th and 12th) and two nights (11th and 12th). The 10th of Zul Hijja is the most preferred day of sacrifice, followed by 11th Zul Hijja and then 12th Zul Hijja. The mosque nearby Meru heights had 10 Cows to be slaughtered.

 

So ,our family cow is ready to be slaughtering .The cow is totally ready to meet Allah .

Gotong-royong session with all the Meru's people.Alhamdulillah..Everything is going so well.And the event ended at 12 pm.

Results from the Qurban..I had yummy gear box soup prepared by my wifey!How about you?

Menghitung detik ‘Azizulhasni junior’

BERGELAR ayah di awal usia 24 tahun begitu mengujakan pelumba berbasikal nombor satu negara, Azizulhasni Awang dan dia kini hanya mengira detik kelahiran cahaya mata sulung yang dijangka akan dilahirkan pada bila-bila masa saja.
Bagaimanapun ia menuntut pengorbanan yang tinggi daripada seorang isteri, Athiah Ilyana Abdul Samat yang terpaksa menempuh detik mengandung seorang diri apabila terpaksa melepaskan suami tersayang berjuang di Olimpik. Bagi Athiah atau lebih mesra disapa dengan panggilan Tya berkata, biarpun ada kalanya terdetik rasa rindu dengan mengharapkan Azizul berada di sampingnya agar dapat berkongsi perkembangan bayi mereka bersama, namun dia perlu reda akan perkara itu.

“Mujur teknologi sekarang ini banyak membantu. Saya dan Azizul akan berhubung setiap hari tidak kira di mana dia berada. Dari situ saya akan menceritakan semua perkembangan bayi terutama ketika mula berasa pergerakan sewaktu kandungan di usia enam bulan.
“Jadual Azizul memang padat. Terutama sebelum temasya Olimpik dan ketika itulah detik bayi mula membesar. Semua perkara saya buat sendiri. Nak bercerita ada ketikanya dia tak faham kerana tidak dapat menyaksikannya sendiri. Jadi perasaan itu hanya saya seorang yang dapat rasa. Memang sedih jugalah,” katanya yang memang merancang untuk menimang cahaya mata selepas Olimpik. Namun semua itu terubat sekembalinya Azizul ke pangkuan sejurus selepas tamatnya Olimpik dengan Azizul bijak mengisi masa dengan berkomunikasi lebih kerap dengan bayi.

“Antara detik yang tidak dapat dilupakan adalah ketika kali pertama Azizul berinteraksi bersama bayi. Ketika itu waktu malam. Bila Azizul mula bercakap, bayi dalam kandungan saya mula memberi tindak balas. Ia cukup menggembirakan,” katanya memilih untuk berpantang di kampung halamannya di Ipoh.

Tya bagaimanapun perlu melepaskan Azizul pulang ke Melbourne awal Disember ini kerana tuntutan tugas sebagai atlet perlu diteruskan dan dia hanya kembali ke Australia untuk bersama suami tersayang, awal tahun depan. Ditanya mengenai perancangannya berhubung isu penjagaan anak sekembalinya ke Melbourne, Tya berkata, Azizul memilih untuk menjaga anak mereka sendiri dengan membawanya ke trek.
“Azizul berkata, jika saya bekerja dia sanggup untuk menjaga anak kami dan tidak perlu untuk dihantar ke rumah pengasuh atau taman asuhan kanak-kanak. Katanya, jika Shane Perkins boleh melakukannya dengan membawa anaknya ke trek, jadi dia juga boleh melakukan perkara yang sama.

“Lagi pula Azizul berkata, latihan mereka tidak begitu ketat dan dia yakin boleh melakukan tugas itu,” katanya. Mengulas mengenai persiapan bayi, Tya berkata, semua sudah disediakan dan ada beberapa barang seperti katil bayi hanya dipinjam dari sanak-saudara. Memilih pusat rawatan KPJ Ipoh untuk bersalin dan mengakui hatinya kini semakin berdebar-debar, Tya berharap semuanya akan berjalan lancar dan mengharapkan doa dari rakyat Malaysia untuk kesejahteraannya dan bayi.

Harian Metro 

Oleh AIDA ADILAH MAT

aida@hmetro.com.my

 28/10/2012

A promise to my baby and wife

Im praying all night long to Allah S.W.T ..to get the GOLD MEDAL in the LONDON OLYMPIC 2012.

I want to prove to my kids ,once she/he sees the wold..She/He must be proud that her/his dad is the Gold Medalist in the London Olympic 2012.My effort is 200 % goes to my becoming baby and my wife .They are my strength to win the game.Indeed,Allah knows what is the best for us always.So,Malaysians pray for me in this most prestigious competition in the blessing Ramadhan.I feel honored to read all your comments and tweets .Thank you very much for those kind words to me.May Allah bless all of you.

 " But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah Knows, while you know not. 2:217"

"Size dosent matter!As long you have your aim and determination"Azizul Awang

From London Olympic Athlete Village,
Azizul Awang

CYCLING: Azizul raring to go

AZIZULHASNI Awang is, barring a bandaged right arm, as fit and ready as he could be for his bid to create history in the London Olympics. Only lacerations on the arm remain from the training accident he suffered last week and team manager Datuk Naim Mohamed said the 2010 Asian Games keirin gold medallist has a confident look about him. "We all know that the Olympics are not easy but self-confidence is very crucial and I am happy to say that Azizul has this in abundance," said Naim at the Games Village yesterday. With Malaysia's road challenge, as expected, fizzling out, all eyes are on Azizul as he has proved that he can match the world's best by winning the keirin silver at the 2011 World Championships. His performances in the World Cup have also been inspiring but that was all before he suffered the horrific injury last when a wood pierced his calf. That virtually ended his 2011 season but Naim said Azizul has forgotten that injury and even last week's crash didn't affect him. "We were afraid that the crash would not only hamper his training but also have a psychological effect on him but he has proved that he is not going to allow minor issues from jeopardising his challenge." Naim said coach John Beasley has started to taper Azizul and Fatehah Mustapha's training as it is a matter of fine-tuning now. "They have trained hard and now it is all about the competition. Fatehah, too, looks good after initially feeling a little overwhelmed with the thought of competing in the Olympics." The Malaysian team now await the respective draws as they will be crucial in deciding the gameplan of the riders. "The draw for an event is normally made a day before and who Azizul and Fatehah are drawn with will determine what strategy has to be employed. Azizul, however, doesn't have to worry about drawing the big guns in the first round as his ranking is high," added Naim. The keirin, Azizul's targeted event, has 18 riders who will be split into three groups in the first round. The top two from each heat will advance to the semi-finals while the remaining 12 will be involved in two repechages to determine the next six. The top three for each of the two semi-final heats will advance to the final with the losing six going for the 7-12 playoffs. Fatehah will be first in action as the women's keirin is on Friday while Azizul's campaign will start with the sprint on Saturday, an event which will be contested over three days. "There are some who feel that Azizul shouldn't take the sprint seriously but Britain's Chris Hoy participated in three events in the Beijing Games and won all three. This is a decision which Azizul and Beasley will make." The keirin will be on Aug 7, with the final scheduled for 12.50am the following day in Malaysia and if he does make the final, Azizul knows that the whole nation will stay up.

Doakan saya untuk EMAS NEGARA di Olimpik London!

Rezeki Azizul

JAGUH lumba basikal negara, Azizulhasni Awang mendapat suntikan semangat baru apabila dikhabarkan isterinya hamil anak pertama mereka.

Azizul yang ditemui ketika majlis penajaan anggota Team Visadi ke Sukan Olimpik London di Dunc Gray Velodrome, kelmarin berkata, dia menerima khabar itu dengan gembira dan menganggapnya sebagai rezeki.

“Semangat saya meraih kejayaan di Olimpik semakin membara. Ia satu hadiah buat saya.
“Memang ramai tidak tahu perkara ini kecuali keluarga terdekat,” katanya.

Terdahulu Azizul menerima kemeja Team Visa sebagai simbolik penajaan daripada Pengarah Perhubungan Korporat Visa bagi Asia Tenggara, India dan Bangladesh, Gary Hamilton-Walker.

“Saya berterima kasih kepada Visa yang sudi memilih saya sebagai anggota Team Visa bersama Michael Phelps dan Yelena Isinbayeva.

“Mereka juga turut menyokong saya dalam sukan ini demi mencapai pingat emas pertama buat Malaysia. Saya akan berusaha melakukan yang terbaik,” kata Azizul.

Walker pula dalam ucapannya berkata, pihaknya memilih Azizul atas beberapa kriteria.

“Kami memilih Azizul kerana perjalanan yang ditempuhinya untuk ke Olimpik, pencapaian peribadi, keazaman dalam sukan serta pembabitan aktif dalam komuniti.

“Paling penting dia memberi inspirasi kepada jutaan rakyat Malaysia,” katanya.



Oleh Nor Hairulnizam Wahid
hairulnizam@hmetro.com.my

Azizul a master chef in the making By LIM TEIK HUAT

KUALA LUMPUR: National track cyclist Azizulhasni Awang has been living up to his moniker of ‘Pocket Rocket’ since he stepped up the elite ranks in 2007.

But there is another side to Azizul that many do not know.

Jack of all trades: National cyclist Azizulhasni Awang baking a cake in the kitchen.

The pint-sized cyclist, who has two World Championships silver medals under his belt and is bound for the London Olympics, likes to cook up a storm in the kitchen.

Azizul has a passion for cooking and often whips up dishes not just for his loved ones but also his cycling mates whenever they have a reason to celebrate.

Azizul, the 2010 National Sportsman of the Year, said his interest in cooking began when he joined the Melbourne training base in 2007.

“It was necessary for me to know how to cook simple meals rather than eating out all the time,” he said.

“I had to follow a certain diet depending on the training programme and I realised it was best that I prepared my own meals. I was also motivated to learn how to cook dishes that my wife likes. She is busy with her studies and I keep her happy by doing things for her.

“Cooking has become an enjoyable pastime for me. Now my wife has accepted that I can cook an entire meal for dinner. We take turns to cook during weekends when we have the time and especially during the fasting month.

“I’m pleased when things turn out fine but it’s frustrating when they don’t,” said the 24-year-old from Terengganu, who got married two years ago and will become a father for the first time in late October.

The first thing he successfully cooked for his wife was English breakfast and he has since tried his hand at preparing tomyam, curry puffs, chicken schnitzel and nasi dagang.

Azizul even baked a birthday cake for his wife, Athiah Ilyana, last year.

“My favourites are nasi dagang and chicken schnitzel, which is a popular dish in Australia.

“I don’t like desserts but I have tried to make kuih (small cakes eaten before or after meals),” said Azizul.

Apart from cooking, Azizul is also trying his hand at gardening. Azizul moved into a new place with a backyard and has planting things like daun kesum (laksa leaves), spring onion and chillies.

Azizul will be making his second Olympic appearance together with Josiah Ng and Fatehah Mustapa in London next month.

And hopes are high that the wannabe chef will whip up a storm on the London track and make cycling history for the country.

Azizul is first Malaysian Olympian to be part of Team Visa

SYDNEY: National cyclist Azizul Hasni Awang’s cheeks were a rosy pink and it wasn’t from the cold of the Australian winter.

The man, dubbed the ‘Pocket Rocket’ for his diminutive size and sprinting power in the world of cycling, was glowing in sheer happiness for two reasons.

Yesterday, the 24-year-old Azizul announced that he would be a father after the London Olympics from July 27-Aug 12 as his wife Athiah Ilyana Abdul Samat is expecting their first child.

The news broke on the same day he was inducted into Visa’s team of world class athletes at a ceremony at the Dunc Gray Velodrome, the indoor venue which hosted the track cycling competition of the 2000 Sydney Games.

Azizul is the first Malaysian Olympian to be under Visa’s sponsorship and joins the ranks of record gold-medal winning swimmer Michael Phelps, pole vaulter Yelena Isinbayeva and shot putter Valarie Adams.

Visa, a global payments technology company, has been a proud sponsor of the Olympic Games for the last 25 years.

Azizul said that the joy of being a father and the induction into Team Visa were timely motivations as he pushes himself on the final stretch of preparations to fulfil his childhood dream of winning a gold at the London Games next month.

“It’s Father’s Day in Malaysia, so the timing is perfect to announce that I will be a father soon,” said Azizul.

“My wife is expected to give birth at the end of October or early November. She is currently here with me in Australia.

“My late father gave me my first bicycle after my PMR examinations (Azizul obtained 7As, 1B) and that was the beginning of my cycling career. I will never forget his contribution and sacrifices.

“I want to give all I can to my child too. For a start, it would be wonderful if I could show my child a gold medal from this Olympic Games,” said Azizul, flashing a smile.

On Visa’s assistance in his pursuit of Olympic glory under a one-year contract, Azizul said: “I’m very fortunate to be an ambassador of Team Visa together with sporting greats like Phelps and Yelena.

“Winning the gold medal and seeing your country’s flag being hoisted at the world’s biggest sports event is the dream of every athlete. I’m glad to know that I have Visa and the whole of Malaysia supporting me at the Games.

“There were hard times after the nasty injury I suffered last year but I refused to give up. I have devoted all my attention to training hard over the last few months and I’m happy to announce that I’m back to my best and looking forward to the London Games.”

Azizul nailed his third overall keirin title at the Track World Cup in Manchester despite a horrific injury, winning the admiration of the cycling fraternity.

He was involved in a high speed crash that resulted in a 20cm splinter impaling his calf, but the Dungun boy picked up his bike and wobbled his way to finish third to maintain his overall lead.

It was this courage and fortitude that earned Azizul selection to Team Visa.

“He is a true inspiration to young Malaysians and the pride of his nation. We are delighted to be supporting him on his journey to win honours for Malaysia at the London Games,” said Visa Director of Corporate Relations Gary Hamilton-Walker.

Azizul will leave for Europe on June 28 and compete in a Grand Prix event in Germany as a final warm-up ahead of the Olympics.

Dutch Lady Go Malaysia Go -London Olympic 2012- Azizul Awang Milk Packaging

Assalammualaikum and How is everyone today?
Have u drink two glasses of milk today?
Well,did you know that milk is full of calcium, vitamin D, phosphorous and a balance of other nutrients that have been proven to build your bones and teeth as well as promote the healthy function of your muscles and blood vessels. And in the midst of all the new vitamin waters, energy drinks, and other artificially contrived beverages, milk is a natural, healthy choice.

As the official milk sponsor of the Olympic Council of Malaysia, Dutch Lady Malaysia is supporting 4 young athletes in their quest for gold.Me myself from Bicycle Track.Pandalela Rinong  from Diving and last but not least our badminton heroes,Koo Kien Keat - Tan Boon Heong.Indeed, I'm really honored to be one of the dutch lady milk ambassadors because since i was small,dutch lady is always my favourite milk to drink.

In conjunction with London Olympic 2012,you can give your full support to us, Malaysian heroes by drinking the milk no matter where you are.Cheer for us because that is the only way you can give us courage and support. With the different sizes of Milk packaging ,you can start collecting them now!

I received a lot of tweets from my fans ,sending the picture of mine on the milk packaging.Thanks a lot anyway.Well,you can have varieties of milk flavor according to your temptation. I believe lots of people love chocolate and strawberry flavors. So yeah..its all depend on you to choose your favourite flavor  and make sure it is DUTCH LADY!!! Lets support me and others athlete at LONDON OLYMPIC 2012.Pray,pray,pray,pray,pray!Insya Allah i ll do the best that i can for my beloved fans especially.


Go Malaysia Go!
Azizul Awang


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