Soldier, sportsman and social advocate: Tan Chuan-Jin’s contributions over the years
AS A SPORTSMAN
In addition to his contributions as a politician, Mr Tan is also currently serving as the president of the Singapore National Olympic Council.
At the recently concluded SEA Games 2017 in Kuala Lumpur, the minister was seen at various events such as shooting, synchronised swimming and gymnastics cheering the athletes on.
In a poignant post on Facebook, recapping the sporting event, Mr Tan highlighted the sacrifices and challenges the Singaporean athletes faced - and overcame - to make it the country’s best away showing at the SEA Games.
He wrote: “The 15 Games records, 13 national records and 29 personal bests at the 29th SEA Games may or may not have come with medals. But it really means something special.
“It takes a nation to cheer on our athletes. When our athletes compete, they are our gladiators. Their performances and stories fill us with pride not just when they win, but also when we see how they fought.”
Chey ! Ah Tan go KL to show face , look see look see and take pictures nah ; no one gave a hoot who he was as he was dressed casually.
At one point I actually mistaken him for Chris Chan; almost the same look. Now as the Speaker of Parliament; he is really muzzled. Seriously what has he done all this years.