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Token: This small, round piece of plastic is only for a single journey, and you have to put it into the slot at the fare gates to exit. So you will have to buy a new one for every journey. 

Touch ‘n Go card: This is a stored-value card that you can tap in and out at fare gates, and can keep reusing by topping up the value in the card. (Other examples around the world include London’s Oyster card, Hong Kong’s Octopus card, Taiwan’s EasyCard, and Singapore’s EZ-Link card.)

There is also the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Sunway line, which actually uses electric buses on a dedicated bus lane, but also uses the same fare system of tokens or Touch ‘n Go cards. 

What this means: Currently, you cannot use a credit card, debit card, QR code payments, or your mobile wallet (such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay) to directly tap in and out of the fare gate.  

These alternative methods will be available in the future under an “open payment system”, which public transport operator Prasarana Malaysia Berhad told Malay Mail is a project “currently in the final stages of the award process”.

Conclusion: For now, you can only board the train or BRT if you use a token or Touch ‘n Go card.  

Malaysia recently achieved a global milestone by becoming the first country to recognise Beyblade as a sanctioned co-curricular activity

In December 2024, the hobby was integrated into the national youth development framework under the Rakan Muda initiative, allowing students to participate in sanctioned competitions to earn co-curricular marks.

The initiative, led by Kelab Gasing Beyblade (KGB), aims to integrate the high-octane game into the national education system by establishing formal clubs in primary schools nationwide.

Catering specifically to students aged 6 to 12, the programme seeks to modernise the traditional "gasing" concept while providing a structured environment for young enthusiasts to develop their interests.

To support this nationwide rollout, organisers are currently driving the ambitious "Road to 1,000" programme, which seeks to establish 1,000 school clubs throughout Malaysia

This massive undertaking includes the distribution of 1,000 Beyblade stadiums and 3,000 starter kits to schools, ensuring that students from various socio-economic backgrounds have access to the necessary equipment to participate. Currently, the programme has reached over 1,000 schools, with plans to expand into secondary schools and higher education institutions.

Institutional backing has also been a key factor behind the growth, with the Ministry of Education and several State Education Departments (JPN) expressing support for the programme.

To maintain professional standards, students receive guidance from certified coaches known as "BeyTRAINERS". These mentors follow standardised modules designed to foster discipline, tactical skill, and a healthy competitive spirit among participants.

This initiative blends interactive fun and education seamlessly

Muhammad Azlan Kamaruzaman, a certified BeyTRAINER, told SAYS that Beyblade can be both fun and educational.

"The biggest challenge in introducing Beyblade is to make them understand that 'a spinning top toy' is not just a toy, but has evolved in lots of ways to this new fourth generation of Beyblade that introduces the Extreme Rail system, which accelerates the Beyblade when it is at the rail. This encourages strategy and a good understanding of the Beyblades," he said.

"When it was introduced to schools, we could tell that physics is involved in the positioning of the Beyblade (angular momentum), the launching style (torque and launch), friction and energy loss (potential and kinetic energy). These are the ones that can clearly be implemented in the early stages," he added.

This sport also teaches students proper sporting etiquette

Since Beyblade is a competitive activity, it shares many values with conventional sports. One of the key lessons it teaches children is how to manage their emotions in competitive situations.

"Competitive games can indeed lead to frustration, especially if you have reached a point where you are just a point away from being the champion," said Azlan.

Muhammad Azlan Kamaruzaman is a certified BeyTRAINER.

"So we motivate them and tell them how proud we are of their achievements and that their moment will come," he added.

"When they won their first three-player tag team tournament, it was a sight to behold how the students were ecstatic and hugging their teachers," Azlan told SAYS.

Azlan also said these young players are taught to show respect after matches, as well as teamwork in tag team matches.

The evolution of the sport was recently highlighted at the Beyblade X Malaysia 2026 Symposium

This national platform provided teachers and coaches with essential insights into programme management, competition rules, and training methods, all while ensuring implementation guidelines remain aligned with national education goals.

Ultimately, the programme aims to foster a sustainable ecosystem that connects schools and communities

By nurturing a new generation of players, Malaysia is establishing Beyblade as a meaningful and officially recognised pillar of the national education system, proving that play and learning can indeed spin in perfect harmony.

Schools that are keen to introduce the programme to their students can get in touch with KGB through their official website, or contact their local BeyTRAINER.