BANGKOK: Woodball player Tan Kok Tiong on Friday (Dec 12) became one of Singapore's oldest SEA Games medallists at 75 years old.

The father of two and grandfather of four was making his SEA Games debut.

Tan, along with Chan Hock Hooi, Cheng Hua Ju, Len Meng Jin, Neo Hock Leng and Ng Yeow Gim took joint-bronze in the men's team fairway event after a 0-3 loss to Malaysia.

Four countries are competing in woodball at the Games – Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. This marks the first time it has featured at the biannual event. Singapore finished fourth.

Subscribe to CNA's Recommended Read A single handpicked story that we think you shouldn't miss. Just one a day. This service is not intended for persons residing in the E.U. By clicking subscribe, I agree to receive news upd

See Full Page