Past Events

On 15 April, the inaugural batch of 12 athletes was awarded the Sport Excellence Education (spexEducation) Undergraduate Scholarship — nine on the Dual Career track and three on the New Career track. First announced by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in 2024, this Scholarship was introduced to support the academic aspirations of Team Singapore athletes and enhance their long-term employability.

Among the Dual Career recipients are Zeanne Law (Wushu) and Sheik Farhan (Pencak Silat), who will continue to represent Singapore at the highest levels while pursuing their undergraduate studies. On the New Career track, former national shuttler Jessica Tan, who recently retired to resume her studies in sport management, and swimmer Teong Tzen Wei, a celebrated name in Singapore sports, exemplify how athletes can transition successfully while continuing to contribute to the sporting community.

Beyond the spexEducation awards, seven athletes across six sports were newly inducted into the Sport Excellence Scholarship (spexScholarship) programme, and 26 athletes across 15 sports joined the Sport Excellence Potential (spexPotential) programme. To further strengthen the ecosystem, the Singapore Sports School and six Autonomous Universities (AUs) also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to reinforce athlete-friendly practices and bolster support for carded student-athletes in achieving both sporting and academic excellence.

These developments build upon recent initiatives to deepen holistic support for athletes, including:

• Enhanced financial support: Increased stipends and monthly CPF top-ups for spexScholars starting from FY2025.

• Institutional integration: The Singapore Sport Institute (SSI) and National Youth Sports Institute (NYSI) are being merged into the new High Performance Sport Institute (HPSI).

• Future-ready infrastructure: The development of Home of Team Singapore at the Kallang Alive precinct.

Together, these efforts aim to nurture a new generation of sport specialists in sport science, athlete life development, and sport management, while giving Team Singapore athletes the assurance of strong educational support alongside their sporting pursuits.

To learn more about Singapore’s High Performance Sport system, refer to the High Performance Sport Handbook, and for details about the spexEducation Undergraduate Scholarship, visit the Singapore Sports School website.

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SINGAPORE - The 44th National Pencak Silat Championship concluded on a high note, showcasing the exceptional talent and fierce competition of 475 athletes from 21 clubs across Singapore. This marks a significant increase in participation compared to the 43rd edition in 2019, which saw 444 participants from 18 teams. Held over two weekends, from 15-16 and 22-23 February, the event received overwhelmingly positive responses from both spectators and the media, further cementing its significance in the local sports scene.

Athletes displayed remarkable skill, discipline, and dedication across various categories, with several standout performances that captivated audiences. More than just a platform for individual excellence, the championship also underscored the spirit of collaboration, camaraderie, and sportsmanship that defines Pencak Silat.

This year's edition was particularly special, as it marked the first time live streaming was introduced for the National Pencak Silat Championship, allowing a wider audience to experience the excitement of the competition in real time. The event was largely driven by the efforts of dedicated volunteers, a testament to the collective spirit and strong sense of community within Singapore’s silat fraternity.

With its successful conclusion, the 44th National Pencak Silat Championship not only reinforced the sport’s growing prominence but also highlighted the unwavering commitment of its athletes, coaches, and supporters in fostering the development of Pencak Silat in Singapore.

ABU DHABI - Team Singapore’s Pencak Silat athletes demonstrated incredible determination at the 20th World Pencak Silat Championship 2024 and the 5th Junior World Pencak Silat Championship held in Abu Dhabi from December 18-22, 2024, bringing home an impressive haul of medals. They secured a total of 20 medals at the Junior Worlds, including 9 gold, 3 silver, and 8 bronze, while also earning 16 medals at the World Championship, comprising 3 gold and 13 bronze. Among the standout performances, Sheik Ferdous reclaimed his crown in the Class I (85-90kg) division, ending a six-year wait for gold. Sheik Farhan continued his dominance by securing his fifth world title in the Class J (90-95kg) division, while Muhammad Iqbal successfully defended his men’s tunggal title with a stellar performance. Congratulations to all our Silat athletes for their remarkable achievements and dedication to the sport!