SINGAPORE: Joseph Schooling on Wednesday (Mar 1) announced his withdrawal from the upcoming Southeast Asian Games, saying he was 'not at the level' at which he expects to compete at the event. 'After careful consideration with my team, I have decided to pull out of the SEA Games,' the swimmer said in a sta
SINGAPORE: Joseph Schooling on Wednesday announced his withdrawal from the upcoming Southeast Asian Games, saying he was"not at the level" at which he expects to compete at the event.
"After careful consideration with my team, I have decided to pull out of the SEA Games," the swimmer said in a statement. "This was not an easy decision, but I am currently not at the level at which I hold myself to perform. Ultimately, my country comes first before individual accolades." The Olympic champion added that he would instead focus on his National Service duties and support his team-mates from home.
"I have decided to give my spot to team-mates who have been getting themselves ready and considered for selection while I cheer from home and focus on my Navy duties," he said.
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