"I was surprised to be able to break the record," said Triady after receiving his medal yesterday. Triady recorded 49.99 seconds, pushing aside the previous fastest time of 50.16 recorded by Malaysian Daniel Bego in Sea Games 2009.
Swimmer from Vietnam, Quy Phuoy Hoang who recorded 50.52 seconds sat in the second place before Singaporean Kai Quan Donny who finished at the third position in 50.83 seconds.
"I deserve it after the training I have been through," said Triady. "I am very happy and I dedicate this gold for Indonesia."
Up until last night, Indonesian swimming team had contributed two gold medals, three silver, and three bronze medals.
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