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.
JAN 31, 2024
31/01/24 - Sports Minutes: Peter de Roo on his philosophy, plans for 2024 & the state of Singapore football
Having led Balestier Khalsa to a top-four finish in the Singapore Premier League, equaling the team's highest ever finishing position, in his first full season at the helm - Tigers' head coach Peter de Roo is already plotting to do better in 2024. We caught up with the Dutchman on how his revolution is taking shape, new signings for the new season and on the vacant managerial position of the Singapore National team.
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 30, 2024
30/01/24 - New year, New me: Nathan Mao, the 15-year old Singaporean wonder kid, on why the future is here and now
In 2023, Nathan Mao became the youngest player to make his debut in the Singapore Premier League - aged just 15 years and 5 days old. And since then he's been earmarked as one of the brightest talents to emerge from the Lion City, even before completing his secondary school education! So what is in the works for Nathan in 2024? We spoke to him to find all about his aims, aspirations & resolutions.
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 29, 2024
29/01/24 - Sports Minutes: What next for Liverpool after Jurgen Klopp's shock annoucement?
The news that Jurgen Klopp is set to leave Liverpool at the end of this season has undoubtedly rocked the football world. What is the legacy the enigmatic German leaves, will his team finish the season strong to give him a fitting farewell, and how will the Reds' hierachy replace their seemingly irreplaceable manager? We caught up with Liverpool legend John Arne Riise to canvass his thoughts!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 26, 2024
26/01/24 - Sports Minutes: Tips & tricks to avoid sports-related injuries
For those looking to get active as part of their new year’s resolutions for 2024, there is a nagging worry as they return to the gym, football field and badminton hall. The risk of injury looms for all, whether they are student-athletes or weekend warriors. We speak to Dr Cormac O’Muircheartaigh, medical director of the Sports Medicine Lab, for his expert insights into common sports injuries and how to prevent them.
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/hitting-the-gym-hard-in-2024-get-tips-from-a-specialist-on-how-to-prevent-sports-injuries
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 25, 2024
25/01/24 - Sports Minutes: How the HSBC Women's World Championship is striving to make golf more inclusive
The HSBC Women's World Championship returns to Singapore in February 2024 for a 16th edition. Featuring the world's best, the four-day festival of golf will be a platform to celebrate the sport of golf, all the brilliant women competing, and many inspirational women from all facets of life around the world. We speak to Becky Harding, Tournament Director of HSBC Women’s World Championship & local qualifier Chen Xing Tong to find out more!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 24, 2024
24/01/24 - Sports Minutes: Who is Manchester United's new CEO, Omar Berrada?
Manchester United have persuaded Omar Berrada - one of the architects of Manchester City's success under Pep Guardiola - away from the Etihad to become their new CEO. But who is the 46-year old Spaniard? And what will he bring to the table to rescue the ailing red half of Manchester? We speak to ex-Singapore footballer Sasikumar, who worked with Berrada during his time in Spain, to find out more!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 23, 2024
23/01/24 - Sports Minutes: Singapore golfer Shannon Tan on turning pro after securing European Tour card, aims for 2024 & advice to budding athletes
Having secured her card on the prestigious Ladies European Tour in 2024, Singaporean Shannon Tan has made a remarkable start to live as a professional golfer - finishing runner-up in her maiden event. So what next for the hotshot, who at just 19 years of age seems to be on the fast track to success? We spoke to her to find out!
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-golfer-shannon-tan-turns-professional-after-securing-european-tour-card
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 22, 2024
22/01/24 - New year, New me: Singapore rower Saiyidah Aisyah reveals the reasons for her 'surprise' comeback to chase her Olympic dream
Singaporean rower Saiyidah Aisyah reflects on her 2016 Olympic debut and THAT return to Rio de Janeiro - the one that sparked her comeback to professional rowing. Why is she mounting this comeback at the age of 35? And what are the challenges that lie ahead as she seeks to qualify for Paris 2024? Tune in to find out!
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/eight-years-after-rio-olympics-singaporean-rower-saiyidah-aisyah-rafa-ee-aims-for-another-shot-in-paris-2024
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 18, 2024
18/01/24 - Sports Minutes: Jose sacked AGAIN; Is Mourinho losing his Midas touch?
With AS Roma becoming the SIXTH club to sack Mourinho, questions are being raised about Jose’s credentials. Where to from here for the once self-proclaimed 'Special One'? International management? Saudi Pro League?
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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JAN 17, 2024
17/01/24 - Sports Minutes: Did Singapore skipper Hariss Harun vote for Lionel Messi in the FIFA Men's Best awards?
Lionel Messi pipped Erling Haaland to clinch the FIFA BEST men's player of the year award, with the final decision falling to national team captains the world over. So who did Singapore skipper Hariss Harun root for? And is Messi deserving of the award if it's meant to EXCLUDE the 2022 World Cup triumph? Tune in to find out!
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edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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