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Singapore’s defensive unit has been bolstered by a blend of returning experience and hungry youngsters, with Nur Adam among those eager to make a long-awaited addition to his international tally.

Geylang captain Pereira is "hungry for more" after November's recall to the national fold. The versatile defender, known for his leadership at club level, is determined to contribute wherever needed as Singapore prepares for the ASEAN Championship and AFC Asian Cup.

A relegation scrap and a new footballing culture are some of the things Singapore midfielder Gallagher will have to contend with as he embarks on his first overseas chapter at Nakhon Ratchasima, after a mutual termination with Albirex.

From SEA Games medals to global training camps, Singapore’s karate talent is on the rise. Through international training camps and exchanges, the sport hopes to enhance their talent pool and build on recent SEA Games and world championships breakthroughs.

From 14-year-old swimmer Julia Yeo rewriting the national record to 19-year-old karate debutant Marissa Hafezan ending a 32-year wait for gold, Singapore’s young breakout stars made their mark in Thailand.

At 15, Jemma Hadden is the youngest triathlete Singapore has selected for the SEA Games. After years of multi-sport competition, a late switch to triathlon has opened a new path forward.

Young talents such as 12-year-old Anya Zahedi and debutant Maximilian Maeder join seasoned SEA Games campaigners like Ryan Lo as Team Singapore targets podiums in Pattaya and Sattahip.

Eight-year-old Chloe Chua charges into the spotlight, fearless and fierce on skates. Local ramps to a global stage, she shows the world that age is nothing but a number when your heart’s in motion.

With improved support systems and greater exposure to quality opposition, Firdaus Kassim’s side aim to turn painful lessons from 2023 into progress in Chiang Mai.

Two-time Olympians Amita Berthier and Kiria Tikanah will be Singapore’s most experienced fencers at the SEA Games, bringing a focus on mentorship as the team fields a 11 debutants.