“He's done more for the country than most people would. He can do as he wishes,” wrote one Singaporean.
when he was on short-term disruption from full-time National Service to train and participate in the SEA Games.I don’t think he owes anyone anything. He’s done more for the country than most people would. He can do as he wishes,” wrote one Singaporean commenting on a CNA report on Schooling’s announcement.“29 times SEA games gold + 1 time Olympic gold medalist. Well done. Time to be a mentor,” wrote another.“You are always our first Gold Olympics medalist,” one said.
The athlete apologised immediately afterwards, citing “a moment of weakness after going through a very tough period of my life”.died in November 2021 at the Singapore General Hospital with his family by his side. “Colin was a giant among men. He would always tell you what he thought, no holds barred. We will miss him tremendously. The Schooling family would like to thank everyone for their support and words of comfort during this tough time”, a family spokesperson said.Send in your scoops to news@theindependent.sg
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