MBI SHOWS IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE IN SNOOKER EVENT AT MALA SPORTS CARNIVAL PHASE 3, 2026

PULAU PINANG, 8 AUGUST 2026 – Ipoh City Council (MBI) showed impressive performance by securing fourth place in the snooker event at the Malaysian Local Authorities Association (MALA) Sports Carnival Phase 3, 2026.  

The snooker event, contested for the first time at the carnival, saw the participation of 32 Local Authorities (PBTs) from across the country.  

In the third-place playoff, MBI had to concede defeat after losing 0-3 to the Seremban City Council (MBS) team in a match held at Corner Pocket Snooker in Bukit Mertajam, Penang.  

The Klang Royal City Council emerged as champion, while Seberang Perai City Council clinched the runner-up title. Third place went to Seremban City Council, while MBI finished fourth. 

The prizes were presented to the winners by Penang State Local Government and Town & Country Planning Committee Chairman H’ng Mooi Lye.  

MBI extends its highest congratulations and appreciation to the entire MBI snooker contingent for their hard work, fighting spirit and best performance throughout the tournament, thereby bringing honour to MBI at the MALA Sports Carnival Phase 3, 2026.  

The MALA Sports Carnival Phase 3, 2026 was held over four days from 5 August 2026, featuring three sports events, i.e., tenpin bowling, snooker and e-sports.