Sarawakian Wong Su Chung Honoured By MBOR For Antarctic Feat
KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg witnessed the presentation of a Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) certificate to Wong Su Chung in recognition of his achievement as the first Malaysian to complete the Antarctica Dual Expedition.
The ceremony took place during a courtesy call at the Satria Pertiwi Complex on Thursday, which was also attended by Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew.
Wong’s journey towards the achievement began in early 2025, when he started researching and training for the Antarctic expeditions.
Earlier in May 2024, he became the first Sarawakian to summit Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain.
Among his expedition team, Wong, aged 60, was the oldest member.
He was also the only participant to successfully complete both the ascent of Mount Vinson and a 111-kilometre ski journey to the last degree of the South Pole.
Reflecting on the experience, he expressed gratitude for the success of the polar expedition, noting that strength or willpower alone were not the deciding factors.
“After everything, I truly feel this has been a journey filled with God’s grace. In these extremely difficult challenges, I experienced repeatedly how God helped and guided me,” he said.
Following the achievement, Wong hopes his journey will inspire those facing hardship and encourage others to persevere through life’s challenges. -UKASnews
