Germany on Kum Zee's mind

From: The Malay Mail | Date: May 9, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

HIGH jumper Loo Kum Zee is hopeful that a proposed trip to Germany becomes a reality despite the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak.

Otherwise, Kum Zee - arguably the nation's most consistent performer in track and field - has to stay focused by competing in local meets as he prepares for two major assignments - the Asian Championships in Manila in September and the Vietnam SEA Games in December.

Uncertainties surround the fate of the competition in Manila as the Philippines have become the seventh country to be included in the World Health Organisation's list of countries ...

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