SINGAPORE: Malaysia’s Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has apologised to her countrymen for the failure of the country’s athletes to win a gold medal at the Olympic Games in Paris, even as a former minister acknowledged that the results were “average”. “I apologise because we have yet to succeed. I am not using the … Read more
Former US swimmer Michael Phelps has been outspoken about his mental health struggles. lev radin/Shutterstock Imagine hearing a crowd of roaring fans every time you make an appearance. Thousands of camera flashes follow your every move. Each moment of your life taken up with preparation for your big moment: training, performing, media interviews and photo … Read more
The Basketball Gods have bestowed bountiful blessings upon us. The Boston Celtics are NBA champions. Team USA departed France as Olympic victors in men’s and women’s basketball. The constellation Roundballius last reached such perfect 360-degree calibration in 2008. Boston won 80 of 101 games this past season and curb-stomped all comers through the NBA Finals. Jayson Tatum, … Read more
With the sky highlighted by soft pink hues, the entrance of the flags began. Singapore’s flag bearers were newly minted Olympic bronze medallist Maximilian Maeder and kayaker Stephenie Chen. A total of 23 athletes represented Singapore across 11 sports at the Paris Olympics. The contingent returns home with a medal – the country’s first in eight years … Read more
PARIS: An open-top bus parade to celebrate Team Singapore’s Olympians will held on Aug 14, it has been announced. Speaking at a wrap-up news conference for the Paris Olympics on Saturday (Aug 10), Singapore Sports Institute (SSI) chief Su Chun Wei also praised the efforts of the athletes. “We hope that Singaporeans can come out and cheer on … Read more
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has partnered with leading Indian content creator, actress and climate activist Prajakta Koli for its initiative, Let’s Move. In a noteworthy feat, she is to participate in Marathon Pour Tous during the Olympic Games on August 10th, 2024 for a unique night run. The 10km run will establish Koli as … Read more
PARIS — Sprinter Noah Lyles revealed he had COVID-19 after missing out on another gold medal for the United States at the Paris Olympics on Thursday. Elsewhere, French basketball star Victor Wembanyama moved closer to his dream of a first gold after helping Les Bleus beat Germany to set up a dream final against the … Read more
Brace yourselves, music lovers! The grand finale of the Paris Olympics is about to hit a high note, and it’s not just any note—it’s a symphony of Billie Eilish’s haunting vocals, Snoop Dogg’s laid-back swagger, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ electrifying riffs. According to reports, Billie Eilish, the ethereal songstress, will weave her magic … Read more
Ms Toh said that it is common for the sea breeze to pick up around the time of the race. “Maybe he felt that it was too overpowering,” she said. “But it’s good – first medal and Singapore’s only medal (for the Paris 2024 Games).” Former sailor Mok Kahmun said Maeder is likely to be … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Hockey players for their victory and said that they ‘showed immense grit and resilience’. (PTI Photo) Several politicians across the country congratulated Team India for securing the bronze medal in Hockey at the 2024 Paris Olympics Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thurday congratulated the Indian men’s hockey team after … Read more
