KUALA LUMPUR: Newly crowned US Women's Open champion Sin Li Jane hopes her victory will inspire other girls to take up the sport.
"It was amazing, and I guess I had the best moment of my life," Li Jane told Timesport in an exclusive interview.
Earlier this week, the 32-year-old became the first Malaysian and Southeast Asian to win the US Women's Open, a feat the Perak lass describes as a "dream come true".
Li Jane, who was inspired to take up bowling by her brother, hopes her accomplishment will have a knock-on effect on other Malaysian girls and women.
"It would be great if I could inspire them to become great bowlers."
There is little time for the national bowling queen to enjoy her victory as she continues on the Professional Women's Bowling Association Tour 2024, and it is not without challenges.
Despite an illustrious career that has seen her win World, European, Asian and National championship medals, Li Jane said funding remains an issue.
"Sports funding has always been hard. I hope there will be more support coming in the near future.
"It is costly to be in the full PWBA season. I have to plan my flights, accommodation, the drive from state to state."
Li Jane's victory in the US Women's Open was dubbed "historic" by Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh, but she is not getting carried away.
Asked on future tournaments, Li Jane said, "I'm going to take one step at a time, one tournament at a time, and I hope there will be more wins in the near future."
