Paddlers March Towards Podium Finishes

Table Tennis: National Grand Finale 2025, WTT Youth Contender Wladyslawowo, WTT Youth Contender Berlin, WTT Youth Contender Havirov 2025, STTA National Age Group Championships 2025

March was nothing short of spectacular for our paddlers, who dazzled on both local and international stages with podium finishes across multiple competitions. From dominating the National Grand Finale 2025 locally to making waves at the WTT Youth Contender Series in Wladyslawowo, Berlin, and Havirov, and capping it off with a stellar performance at the STTA National Age Group Championships 2025, our student-athletes proved their mettle and resilience.

National Grand Finale 2025

After 12 days of fierce competition, the National Grand Finale 2025 culminated on 2 March 2025, showcasing thrilling matchups and outstanding displays of skill. In the Women’s Singles, post-secondary student-athlete Ser Lin Qian delivered a stellar performance to secure the championship title. The Men’s Singles final was an electrifying showdown between Izaac Quek and alumnus Koen Pang. With Izaac’s aggressive and strategic play, it led him to a 4-2 victory.

Our lower secondary girls, Arissa Cheng, Chevelle See, and Sonia Zainudeen, also displayed incredible teamwork and determination, battling their way to a well-earned bronze in the Women’s Team event. The Men’s Doubles final was another highlight, with alumnus Clarence Chew and his national teammate putting on a commanding performance to claim gold against Loy Xing Yao and Jayden Tan. Meanwhile, Jaryl Wong and Ellsworth Le showcased their resilience, each earning a joint-bronze medal with their respective partners in the Men’s Doubles.

The Women’s Doubles final was a battle to the wire, with Loy Ming Ying and Chloe Lai ultimately securing the silver medal after a valiant fight against alumna Zhang Wanling and her partner. Chevelle See and her partner also put up a stellar effort, capturing the bronze and adding to the team’s impressive medal haul.

One of the most heart-stopping moments of the tournament came in the Mixed Doubles final, where post-secondary duo Chloe Lai and Ellsworth Le staged an incredible comeback. Trailing 0-2, they showed unwavering grit and composure, clawing their way back to claim victory with a nail-biting 11-9, 11-8, 12-10 finish, securing the gold in a spectacular fashion.