Kenneth Low’s fall from squash champion to cleaner

His plight throws the spotlight once again on Malaysia’s treatment of its sporting heroes.

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[lauralimweeheang]

It is not how many times you fall but how many times you get up and go. He is a true sportsman who doesn't give up. Salute to you Kenneth.

[abdulrahmansallehudin]

He is not alone, many has contributed to the nation but end up suffering

[jonedrahm]

He is a proud man with dignity, standing tall. Despite being a cleaner, his perspective in dealing with hardship is admirable.

[tymax]

There's nothing to be ashamed about. It's honest work. However, I am surprised that there isn't a government program that takes care of excellent sportsmen for life. That has got to change.

[TerenceTHNg]

What is Ministry Of Sports & Culture doing to assist fallen heroes who contributed to sports?He deserves support.

[syedsulaimankajamohideen]

Ini memang sepatut jadi tauladan kepada semua. Real hero. Real survivor.

[CIKGUR]

Mohon bantuan kerajaan Malaysia dan semua kita sama-sama bantu, orang ini punya jasa kepada negara, saya sebagai rakyat Malaysia, mohon bantu lah saudara kita ini...semua YB2 yg cakap berdegar2 di parlimen dan di pentas politik, mohon berdegar2 bantu saudara Kenneth Low dan semua pemain2 negara yg menyumbang. Jom kita bantu bersama-sama.

[snoraida]

It's not a fall...omg ! He's a fighter and a survivor. An inspiration!

[SLChill]

Insurance should be provided for sportsman and sportswoman in tiers who contributed to the country.

[inuhundchien]

He is a hard worker from childhood. This is honest work, and there is no shame in doing the best you can.

[khoo]

So if not for his disability he could easily be a squash coach … but still he’s making an honest living. Thank God the owner was kind to give him a job.

[jesmihuslan]

Terbaik..main squash sbb minat..dia tak rasa apa dikerjakan skrg boleh menjatuhkan reputasinya dan namanya sebagai legenda squash..ini hanya utk kelangsungan hidup..contoh terbaik buat semua org..tidak mengharap ehsan org

[fizomlotanofizomilotano]

Be strong Ken !!..I'm a tetraplegic Spinal Cord injury myself and really know all the hardness and painfulness you are undergoing right now. In Sya Allah (God willing) the aids will come to u soon. KL 💪👍

[hstan]

Kenneth Low, a name that I heard many years back (maybe watch a few short game from Sea Game report, etc.) when our Queen Nicol keep getting champion. Didn't know he disappeared and suffer so much. Proud of you, our true Malaysia Warrior. Thanks for your contribution to our sports.

[jonwijaya]

Other people would have resorted to stealing or other criminal activities.
Kenneth Low is an inspiration and a role model.

[aidillee]

It breaks my heart to see what has become of him…..but i have the utmost respect for him.still having the will to strive forward.not easy for him but like his boss said…..”survivor”.can b a role model to many out there

[cac]

Wrong to use the word "Fall". Kenneth continues to work, unlike many ex-sportsmen asking government for support.

[tienmengkhoo]

What does not destroy you can only make you stronger. Stay strong and steadfast, Kenneth 🙋🏻‍♂️

[cody]

Im a 40+ yr old cainis fell on hard times too ... What i hv work hard for the past 20 yrs n lost it all to COVID. Some how i dont see it as a failure, But i hv come full circle in life.I be learn to put away my ego n pick up whatever i hv left with, savings, dignity and fighting spirit to start over again, not from scratch but from experiences in life. Somehow, Life will always beat you down even when you're down on your knees. My love of my life was diagnosed with stage 4 b.cancer. i accept it as Allah's trial for me and munch on the bitter pills. Today, though i m still in the crisis, im still smiling n kicking . The reason i manages to carry on fighting the battle is simple, I have accepted the truth bcos I hv found Islam .

[faizahyaacob]

*gosh, Ministry of Sport should extend free passage to medical aids*