“She’s My Strength” — Dad Runs With Daughter Who Has Cerebral Palsy In Wheelchair At KLSCM 2025, Carries Her To Finish Line | WeirdKaya

The Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) has always been one of Malaysia’s most anticipated sporting events.

Now in its 17th edition, the marathon drew more than 42,000 runners from across the world last weekend, ranging from casual 5KM participants to seasoned athletes conquering the full 42KM.

Since its debut in 2009, KLSCM has grown into one of Malaysia’s premier running events, not only attracting local and international athletes but also being inclusive to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).

A father’s unforgettable race

Among the many inspiring stories from this year’s event, one stood out and touched the hearts of thousands online.

A TikTok video by user @wiradihan went viral after it showed a father, Wira Sudepja Rabu, running the race while pushing his youngest daughter, Nur Wadihan, who has Cerebral Palsy (CP), in a specially designed wheelchair.

For Wira, this wasn’t just another run, it was a chance to create lasting memories with his daughter.

Despite the challenges, the duo pressed forward with the roar of the crowd cheering them on.

Crossing the finish line in his arms

In a moment that melted hearts, Wira was later seen carrying Wadihan in his arms, wrapped in cloth, as they crossed the finish line together.

“I may be her legs, but she will always be the heart and soul of every race we join. Running for happiness. BIKEISABLE, my extraordinary angel from heaven,” he captioned the post.

The emotional clip quickly gained traction, with many netizens admitting they were moved to tears.

Netizens moved to tears

The comments section was flooded with words of admiration and support:

“One day, little one, you’ll pull your parents along and run freely in Allah’s wide paradise,” wrote one man.

“You’re the real runner, abang. Big respect from me,” another said.

Some also acknowledged the challenges of raising a child with special needs, praising Wira’s strength and dedication.

“I was a volunteer at KLCC when you collected your race pack. I really respect you. It’s not easy managing a special-needs child, but your family showed so much strength and courage,” one commenter shared.

Meanwhile, others admitted they were inspired by his determination to participate in run after run across Malaysia.

One TikTok user quipped: “She looks so happy. You’ve already joined so many runs, while I still don’t know when I’ll start. All I do is gain weight.”

Watch the full video here:

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