Sports Minutes with Zia-ul Raushan
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Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.
APR 3, 2024
03/04/24 - Sports Minutes: Does Schooling's legacy deserve to be tarnished by drug scandal?
As the dust settles on Joseph Schooling's retirement announcement, we explore the legacy he leaves behind. How pivotal was his parents support in his successes? Will the lows of a drug scandal tarnish the highs of being Singapore's first and only Olympic champion? And will we ever see another Schooling? Former Singapore fencer Nicholas Fang weighs in.
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/letter-to-my-baby-joseph
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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APR 2, 2024
02/04/24 - Sports Minutes: Joseph Schooling on his decision to retire, the highs, the lows and the road ahead
Joseph Schooling announced his retirement aged just 28. Why, why now and what next for Singapore’s first and only Olympic champion? We speak to the man himself soon after he announced his decision to call it quits.
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/joseph-schooling-it-s-my-turn-to-be-a-normal-guy
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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APR 1, 2024
01/04/24 - Sports Minutes: Squeaky bum time in the Premier League as Liverpool steal a march on Arsenal & City
Liverpool are now top of the Premier League after Manchester City's draw with Arsenal. With just 3 points separating the trio and 9 games to go in league, who will emerge victorious? We review the weekend of football on this episode!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 28, 2024
28/03/24 - Sports Minutes: How the JSSL 7s shaped the futures of the Fandis, Danelle Tan & even Gavin Lee
Asia’s Largest Youth Football Tournament, the JSSL 7s returns for it's landmark 10th edition with over 450 teams battling it out at 5 different locations across the island. Did you know the JSSL academy also laid the foundations for the likes of Ilhan, Ikhsan, Danelle Tana and even BG Tampines Rovers head coach Gavin Lee? Tune is as Harvey Davies, founder and Tournament Director of the JSSL 7s, tells us more!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 27, 2024
27/03/24 - Sports Minutes: Brave Lions beaten in China, so what next for Ogura?
Despite the Lions falling to a 4-1 defeat to China, the mood surround Singapore football is one of hope and optimism. This after new head coach Tsutomu Ogura made an encouraging start to his tenure. The points tally after two games maybe only be 1 point, but the performances have left fans with much encouragement. Are they right to feel that way, and what lies ahead for Ogura and co.? Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times weighs in.
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/singapore-undone-by-controversial-penalty-in-4-1-loss-to-china-in-world-cup-qualifier
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 26, 2024
26/03/24 - Sports Minutes: Do defenders get the credit they deserve?
With Ashley Cole becoming only the THIRD defender to be inducted in the Premier League Hall of Fame, we wonder...are defenders criminally underrated? And if so, who makes your list in terms of defenders (past & present) who have been overlooked?
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 25, 2024
25/03/24 - Sports Minutes: Ferrari flourish in Australia, while Mercedes continue to meander towards mediocrity
F1 needed a feel-good story after a tumultuous start to the season off track and Red Bull's continued domination on it, and Carlos Sainz and Ferrari certainly provided it in Australia. Overcoming an appendix surgery the Spaniard put in a smooth operation to seal a memorable day down under. And while Ferrari flourished, Mercedes continue to meander....we review it all on this episode!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 22, 2024
22/03/24 - Sports Minutes: Singapore show signs of renewed belief to steal a point against China
Singapore put up a rallying performance, on head coach Tsutomu Ogura's debut, to come from two goals down to salvage a 2-2 draw against China - securing their first point in the 2026 World Cup Qualifying campaign. Buoyed by close to 30-thousand in attendance at the Singapore Sports Hub, the Lions heeded the call of duty to leave fans feeling optimistic. So what was good, what was bad and what could be better? We speak to Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times, to find out!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 21, 2024
21/03/24 - Sports Minutes: Who is your ALL-TIME favourite Singapore footballer?
What defines an all-time great? Trophies? Goals? Clean sheets? Well in conjunction with the Football Association of Singapore, Sports Minutes conducted a special contest to garner the peoples' choice when it comes to that age old question....Who is your all-time favourite footballer? Tune in as we take a trip down memory lane!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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MAR 20, 2024
20/03/24 - Sports Minutes: Ilhan Fandi on Ogura's impact ahead of Singapore's showdown with China
Having struggled for game time with his club side, Ilhan Fandi is relishing being back in the Lions' den. Under the tutelage of new head coach Tsutomu Ogura, there is renewed optimism ahead of Singapore's crucial WCQ clash against China. Will the off-pitch optimism equate to an uptick in on-pitch fortunes? Ilhan Fandi is certainly bullish as he spills the beans on Sports Minutes.
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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