The Malaysian archery contingent will be tested in their bid to get a podium spot due to uneven ground and unpredictable wind speeds at the competition venue when it begins on Friday.
According to national coach Lee Jae Hyung, the conditions might negatively affect the performance of the three recurve archers.
He said all teams will be facing the same problems and they have voiced their concerns.
“But it’s already too late now so we just have to get used to the situation here,” said the Korean coach.
He also added that the archers have to stand firm on their spots to get a good position before releasing the arrow.
Jae Hyung has been busy prepping the squad since arriving at the venue and he hopes it’ll be enough to overcome the challenges and they won’t be disturbed by it.
The national archery squad consists of Khairul Anuar Mohamad, Haziq Kamaruddin and Muhammad Akmal. Despite never making an impact in previous editions of the Olympic Games, all three individuals are being touted as possible medalists this year, due to their recent form.
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