Singapore's young table tennis team confident but face 'uphill battle' at Asian Games
"The standard of competition at the Asian Games will be exceptionally high," said STTA president Poh Li San.
Singapore's youthful table tennis squad enters the Asian Games with optimism, yet they acknowledge the significant challenge they face. STTA President Poh Li San has declared the team confident, but aware of the uphill struggle ahead. The Asian Games, which will take place in Japan, is expected to boast a high level of competition, with Asia being home to many of the world's top table tennis nations.
Poh emphasized that the task before the athletes will be formidable, but she has faith in their resilience and dedication. The team's average age is 22, and they will be coached by Gao Ning. The men's team comprises Izaac Quek, Clarence Chew, and Koen Pang, while the women's team is led by Jing Junhong and includes debutants Tan Zhao Yun, Chloe Lai, and Loy Ming Ying.
The athletes have shown promising performances in recent tournaments, with the women's team winning a joint-bronze at the Asian Table Tennis Team Championships and the men securing three golds at the 2025 SEA Games. Despite the high expectations, the STTA has refrained from setting specific goals for the team, instead emphasizing the importance of each athlete giving their best effort.
The team departs for a centralized training camp in Shimada, Shizuoka, before heading to the Asian Games, which will be held from September 19 to October 4.
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