SINGAPORE — Here is a rundown of sporting occasions and developments in Singapore over the previous week (Jan 2-Eight):
Harry Kane introduced as AIA Ambassador
The AIA Group introduced on Thursday (5 January) that Tottenham Hotspur striker and England captain Harry Kane has been appointed as an AIA ambassador.
By the partnership, AIA will work with the Harry Kane Basis (HKF) to champion the significance of psychological well being and wellbeing. This marketing campaign will kick off with Harry’s self-produced animation titled ‘Harry Kane: Resilience’ to advertise the significance of optimistic pondering, self-belief and supporting others.
“I’m delighted to be named an AIA ambassador. I consider within the worth of sustaining a wholesome way of life and really feel you will need to use my place to encourage folks to handle their psychological well being,” Kane mentioned in a press launch.
“I look ahead to working carefully with AIA and supporting the corporate’s efforts to enhance the well being of communities in Asia.”
AIA has been Tottenham’s most important world associate since 2013. The partnership has deepened AIA’s engagement with communities throughout the area and its widespread soccer clinics have benefited 80,000 youngsters.
Over 100 members within the Break the Cycle SG year-end race
Over 100 members took half in Break the Cycle SG’s year-end race ‘Countdown Problem 202.3km’ held on 17th December final 12 months. A digital possibility was additionally out there from December 17-31.
Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Tradition, Group and Youth, attended a 202.3km Finishers Dinner on Saturday (January 7) to have fun the success of the occasion and to understand its volunteers and companions.
Designed as an endurance experience masking a distance of 202.three km to signify the brand new 12 months, the occasion promoted the message of ex-offender reintegration and inclusive biking, with members, which included 10 ex-offenders, work and journey subsequent to every one. others as one group to finish the problem.
A complete of 20 volunteers contributed to the graceful working of the occasion. The occasion additionally amplifies the messages of ‘Past Second Possibilities’ (Yellow Ribbon Singapore) and ‘Be Form Journey Secure’ (Singapore Kindness Motion) and is supported by companions resembling CARE Community, Singapore Kindness Motion, Podium Efficiency (Sports activities Science Advisor ). ) and CycleXafe (shirt sponsor).
Elliot Wong, 11, wins the Hong Kong chess occasion
Singaporean chess participant Elliot Wong turned the champion of the person competitors on the Hong Kong Bauhinia U18 Chess Invitational on 30 December.
The 11-year-old completed forward of the Philippines’ Mark Pleasure Bacojo and South Korea’s Yun Hun-gi, who completed first and second respectively. One other Singaporean, Wang Yanshao, positioned third within the Blitz bowl class.
Organized by the Hong Kong Chess Federation, the event featured 22 junior gamers aged between 10 and 17. It was divided into two components: the principle occasion (normal chess) and the pleasant competitors (blitz bowl).
The Philippines received the crew championship of the principle occasion, whereas South Korean participant Isaak Huh turned the champion of the person categorical chess competitors through the blitz bowl.
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