Khairil Ridhwan Khalil

Hobbies

Acting, dancing. (realschools.edu.my, 30 Sep 2017)

Reason for choosing this sport

His father introduced him to skating, and the sport became his passion and outlet to prove himself. "I love winter sports and enjoy competing at international level."

Ambitions

To compete at the 2022 Olympic Winter Games in Beijing. (bharian.com.my, 15 Oct 2017)

When and where did you begin this sport?

He began skating at age five at the Sunway Pyramid ice rink in Selangor, Malaysia. He entered his first short track competition in 2014.

Sporting philosophy / motto	"I want to achieve greatness." (Athlete, 07 Feb 2020)
Other information	FATHER'S LEGACY His father, who introduced him to the sport when he was age five, passed away in May 2018. "Before he passed away, he always gave me encouraging words from home since he was unable to come to the arena for his health condition. He told me to be strong and do what I feel best for myself. Also, look for your own happiness, so I will try to give the best in this sport in dedication of him and my family." (bharian.com.my, 16 May 2018; realschools.edu.my, 30 Sep 2017)

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Injuries	In 2018 he fractured his left clavical bone and was out of action for five months. (Athlete, 07 Feb 2020)
Memorable sporting achievement	Placing fourth in the 5000m relay at the 2017 Asian Winter Games in Sapporo, Japan. (Athlete, 07 Feb 2020)
Most influential person in career	Malaysian short track skater Wong De Vin. (Athlete, 07 Feb 2020)
Hero / Idol	US short track speed skater Apolo Anton Ohno. (Athlete, 07 Feb 2020)

Name of coach	Ching Chu Siang, MAS, from 2018; Lee Kuang-Soo, KOR, from 2018
Training Regime	He trains at the Malaysia National Ice Skating Stadium [MYNISS] in Petaling Jaya.