Malaysian martial art coach accused of striking SEA Games Filipino judge

BANGKOK, Thailand — A Malaysian martial arts coach has been accused of assaulting a Filipino referee at the Southeast Asian Games, Manila’s Olympic body said Wednesday, following protests after a disputed loss. The latest drama at the regional sport showdown hosted by Thailand unfolded on Monday after a women’s event in pencak silat, a regional martial art, ended in a tie. READ: Baricuatro cruises into SEA Games boxing final, assures PH of silver Officials gave Thai competitor Chongthima Rueanthong, 22, the win based on a tie-breaker rule, saying Malaysia’s Nor Farah Mazlan, 27, had notched up more fouls, local media […]... Keep on reading: Malaysian martial art coach accused of striking SEA Games Filipino judge