Seremban, 24 January 2026 - Negeri Sembilan Local Authority Athletics Championship 2026 has been successfully organized in conjunction with the 6th Anniversary Celebration of the Seremban City Council (MBS), reflecting the ongoing commitment of MBS in empowering the sports culture as well as strengthening the strategic relationship between the Negeri Sembilan Local Government Division and Local Authority (PBT) in Negeri Sembilan. The Inauguration Ceremony of the tournament was completed by YBhg. Dato' Ir. Ts. Hj. Masri bin Baharuddin, Mayor of the Seremban City Council who symbolizes the solid support of the highest leadership of MBS towards sports events and welfare of the citizens of PBT. Also present to make the inauguration ceremony merrier are the Division Secretary of the Local Government Division, the Elders from the Negeri Sembilan PBT, Council Members, Department Heads, Unit Heads and representatives from each PBT involved. The tournament brought together as many as 200 athletes from 7 contingents competing in 39 events overall. The hosting of this edition also created a difference with the introduction of two (2) new events, namely the 110 Meter Fenced Run and Meadow Lembing, which not only tests the ability of the athletes but also adds the appeal and competitive value of the tournament. As symbolic of the official release of the tournament, the Honorable Mayor of MBS has done the opening of the VIP Women's 100 Meter Walk Event and VIP Men's 60 Meter Run Event, marking the start of the tournament with enthusiasm, enthusiasm and sports aspirations. Throughout the tournament, the atmosphere was very lively and full of joy, filled with the cheers of the supporters and high sportsmanship among the athletes. This tournament is not just a field of competition, but it also serves as a platform for unification and togetherness when it is also intertwined with 20 lucky draws conducted in 5 sessions throughout the tournament, making the hosting of this time more meaningful and memorable. Given the overall results of the tournament, the Seremban City Council (MBS) as the host has been crowned the Overall Champion with a total of 80 points. The Second Place belongs to the Local Government Division (BKT) with 54 points, while the Third Place is claimed by the Port Dickson Municipal Council (MPPD) with 43 points overall. For the individual award category, Zamri bin Johar of Tampin District Council has been crowned the Athlete of the Tournament, while Intan Nurfadhilah binti Abd Malik of the Seremban City Council received the Athlete's of the Tournament award for outstanding achievement as well as proud performance throughout the tournament. Organizing this tournament is hoped to continue to strengthen friendship, cultivate the spirit of unity and instill the value of teamwork among PBT citizens, especially in Negeri Sembilan. May this intertwined sports spirit be continued and empowered in the future, further witness the hosting of the next edition that is more stable, high impact and continuous in producing healthy, competitive and integrity PBT citizens.