Meet the Singaporean Athletes Competing at Paris Olympics 2024

The 2024 Paris Olympics is around the corner, and Singapore is gearing up to support its athletes on the world stage. This year, 23 talented individuals will be flying the Singapore flag high, competing in various sports and striving for glory. Let’s get to know these athletes and find out when and where you can catch them in action.

Singapore’s Participation in the Paris Olympics 2024

Overview of the Event

The Paris Olympics 2024, running from July 26 to August 11, is set to be a grand spectacle with over 10,500 athletes competing across 32 sports. This global event, known as the biggest international multi-sport tournament, will see athletes from 206 countries showcasing their prowess.

Singapore’s History in the Olympics

Singapore has a proud history of participation in the Olympics, with athletes competing in a variety of sports over the years. The nation has seen several memorable moments, and this year promises to add more to its legacy.

Meet the Singaporean Athletes

Marc Brian Louis – Men’s 100m

Marc Brian Louis will be making his Olympic debut at the Paris Games, competing in the Men’s 100m event on August 3. His universality spot was confirmed by World Athletics, and he is ready to showcase his speed on the track.

Shannon Tan – Women’s Golf

Shannon Tan, the first Singaporean golfer to compete at the Olympics, will be participating in the women’s individual competition. At just 20 years old, Tan has already made a name for herself by winning the Magical Kenya Ladies Open in her Ladies European Tour debut. Watch her compete on August 7 at Le Golf National in Guyancourt, France.

Gan Ching Hwee – Women’s 1,500m and 800m Freestyle

Gan Ching Hwee secured her spot at the Olympics by meeting the Olympic Consideration Time for the Women’s 1,500m freestyle at the Singapore National Championships. She will compete in the Women’s 800m Freestyle on August 2 and the Women’s 4 x 100m Medley Relay on August 3.

Teh Xiu Hong – 10m Air Pistol and 25m Sports Pistol

Teh Xiu Hong will compete in the 10m Air Pistol and 25m Sports Pistol events, having secured her spot through her International Shooting Sport Federation ranking. Catch her in action on August 2 in the 25m Pistol Women’s Qualification Precision.

Zhou Jingyi – Table Tennis

Zhou Jingyi earned her place at the Paris Olympics after winning at the 2024 Southeast Asian Regional Qualification Tournament. As the youngest Singapore-born table tennis paddler to qualify, she will be representing Singapore with pride.

Zeng Jian – Table Tennis

Zeng Jian qualified for the 2024 Olympics after winning gold in the Women’s Singles event at the 2024 Southeast Asia Qualification Tournament. Zeng has previously won two gold medals at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

Izaac Quek – Men’s Singles Table Tennis

Izaac Quek will make his Olympic debut in the Men’s Singles Table Tennis event. He secured his spot by winning the Men’s Singles event at the 2024 Southeast Asia Qualification Tournament in Bangkok.

Terry Hee and Jessica Tan – Mixed Doubles Badminton

Terry Hee and Jessica Tan, a husband-and-wife duo, will be competing in the Mixed Doubles event. This will be their Olympic debut, and they are the first mixed doubles pair to represent Singapore since 2008.

Veronica Shanti Pereira – Women’s 100m and 200m

Veronica Shanti Pereira, Singapore’s sprint queen, will compete in the Women’s 100m and 200m events. Pereira, who holds national records in the Women’s 100m, 200m, and 400m, will also be the flag bearer at the Games.

Loh Kean Yew – Men’s Singles Badminton

Loh Kean Yew, ranked 12th in the Badminton World Federation World Ranking, will compete in the Men’s Singles event. He is ready to make a strong impact at the Paris Games.

Yeo Jia Min – Women’s Singles Badminton

Yeo Jia Min, ranked 14th in the BWF Race to Paris rankings, will compete in the Women’s Singles event. This will be her second time competing in the Summer Olympics.

Stephenie Chen – Women’s Kayak Single 500m

Stephenie Chen qualified for the 2024 Olympics by finishing third in the K-1 500m race at the Asian canoe sprint Olympic qualifiers. This year marks the first time since 2012 that Singapore will compete in canoeing at the Olympics. Watch Chen in action on August 7.

How to Watch the Paris Olympics 2024 in Singapore

Live Telecast and Streaming Options

Singaporeans can watch the 2024 Olympic Games in real-time on MeWatch, Mediacorp’s digital on-demand service. By signing up for a free meCONNECT account, viewers can enjoy all the Olympic events. Additionally, Channel 5 will provide curated Games coverage and daily highlights.

Public Viewing Locations

For those who prefer to watch the games with fellow fans, live screenings will be held across Singapore. Locations such as The Capitol Kempinski, Singapore Sports Hub, and Chijmes Main Lawn will host screenings and Olympic-themed activities.

Schedule of Events for Singaporean Athletes

Key Dates and Times

Here are some key dates and times for Singaporean athletes’ events:

• July 30: Equestrian Individual Dressage (Caroline Rosanna Chew), Men’s 100m Freestyle (Jonathan Tan), Women’s 1,500m Freestyle (Gan Ching Hwee)
• July 31: Badminton Women’s Singles (Yeo Jia Min), Women’s 200m Breaststroke (Letitia Sim)
• August 1: Badminton Men’s Singles (Loh Kean Yew), Men’s 50m Freestyle (Jonathan Tan), Sailing Men’s Dinghy (Ryan Lo)
• August 2: 25m Pistol Women’s Qualification Precision (Teh Xiu Hong), Women’s 100m (Shanti Pereira), Women’s 800m Freestyle (Gan Ching Hwee)
• August 3: Men’s 100m (Marc Brian Louis), Women’s 4x100m Medley Relay (Levenia Sim, Letitia Sim, Gan Ching Hwee, Quah Jing Wen)
• August 4: Women’s 200m (Shanti Pereira), Sailing Men’s Kite (Max Maeder)
• August 7: Women’s Individual Stroke Play (Shannon Tan), Women’s Kayak Single 500m (Stephenie Chen)

Conclusion

The Paris Olympics 2024 is an exciting event for Singapore, with 23 athletes ready to showcase their talents and bring pride to the nation. Whether you’re watching from home or joining fellow fans at public screenings, don’t miss the chance to support our athletes as they compete on the world stage.