Celebrating our 50th Anniversary
FACT SHEET
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Media contact
Daphne Lye
Assistant Manager
Corporate Communications Office
Nanyang Technological University
Tel
: 6790 6685
Mobile : 9436 1227
Email : [email protected]
Singapore, 6 September 2005
NTU SETS RECORD 168KM RUN ROUND SINGAPORE
Record setting run as part of NTU’s 50th anniversary celebrations
Bio-data of runners
Alumni
Name
Mr Stephen Lim Nghee Huat, 林义发 (Class of 1975)
Birthdate
23 May 1953 (52 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
Senior Producer, Mediacorp (News and Current Affairs）
Sporting
achievements and
highlights
Completed 6 marathons between 1987 and 2004,
Participated –
World Cup Triathlon（1.5k Swim,40k Bike, 10k Run）
Championship 1991,Beijing, China
World Sprint Triathlon（1.5k Swim,40k Bike, 10k Run）
Championship 1987, Perth, Australia.
South East Asia’s Fastest Finisher, Hawaii Ironman World
Championships(3.9k Swim, 180k Bike, 42k Run) 1989, USA
Champion, Singapore Marathon Relay 1977
Singapore’s Top-5 triathlete, 1986-1989
Details of training
schedule
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Started training since September 2004, averaging 60km a week.
Married, 3 children (21 yrs, 19 yrs, 18 yrs)
Sports, Travelling, Reading and Writing
Level 1, Administration Building, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798
Tel: 65 6790 6685, Fax 65 6791 8494
www.ntu.edu.sg
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
I hope to use my aptitude in running, which was developed in my
university days, to set a national record. This will also be a
meaningful way of giving back to my alma mater, in conjunction
of the university’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
Name
Mr Inderjit Singh, 殷吉星 (Class of 1985)
Birthdate
5 June 1960 (45 years old)
Contact details
Inderjit @singnet.com.sg
Occupation
Chief Executive Officer, Infiniti Solutions Limited
Sporting
achievements and
highlights
Long distance champion at Temasek Junior College.
Represented his junior college at national school championships
for 1500m, 5000m and cross country runs.
Details of training
schedule
Started training in November 2004. Furthest distance ran so far is
15km. Mr Singh also runs about 10 km 2 to 3 times per week on
the treadmill.
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Married, 3 children(14 yrs, 11yrs, 7yrs)
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
Run Round Singapore is an excellent way to build up and enrich
the alumni spirit. I am very glad to be a part of this university
ultramarathon, and will endeavour to run for as long a distance
as I can and if possible, complete this run to the best of my
ability.
Name
Mr Yong Yuen Cheng, 杨渊菁 (Class of 1997)
Birthdate
17 Jun 1971 (34 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
Teacher at National Junior College
Sporting
achievements and
highlights
Emerged 5th in the MR25 Ultramarathon, where he completed
84km 8 rounds in 10h 26min, in 2004
Completed Action Asia Challenge in 2004, and New Balance
Duathlon 2005, Singapore Biathlon 2005, and MelakaA’Farmousa International 2005.
Details of training
schedule
Yuen Cheng’s training schedule includes a combination of
cycling, running, canoeing, brisk walking and stair-climbing. He
will be taking part in upcoming races such as the Army HalfMarathon (11 Sep) and the Desaru Long Distance Triathlon (17
Sep) to better prepare for the run.
Running and doing community service.
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Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Married
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
If I can’t run anymore, I will jog; if I can’t jog anymore, I will walk;
If I can’t walk anymore, I will crawl. I want to prove that it just
takes an ordinary person with an extraordinary spirit to complete
this 168-km mega-run.
I am extremely proud that I am given this opportunity to
participate in the run. It provides me with the chance to give back
to the university for the invaluable education I received, which
helped me in my imparting of knowledge and life skills for the
future generations of Singapore.
Name
Mr Adrian Mok, 莫岳麟 (Class of 1999)
Birthdate
2 Aug 1975 (30 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
General Manager, Polar Electro Singapore Pte Ltd
Sporting
achievements and
highlights
Attempted the Eco Challenge in 2002 in Fiji
Completed 3 Ironman events, including the recent Ironman World
Championship 2004 in Kona, Hawaii
Winner of the Westin Vertical Marathon in 1999
Details of training
schedule
Adrian has been running 60km to 100km a week, and cycling
about 100km to150km a week. He will extend his running
mileage to prepare for this event to include overnight running.
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Married
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
For me, running is akin to Life’s journey, both have its highs and
lows. This run is a personal challenge for me – a test of my
resolve, tenacity and depth of character. I hope that through this
mega-run, I will be able to live up to the University’s never-saydie and unwavering Nanyang spirit.
Endurance sports and coaching.
Enjoys Rock and Jazz music
Staff
Name
Dr Goh Chor Boon, 吴祖文
Birthdate
28 Dec 1952 (52 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
Associate Dean, Academic Research & Consultancy Services,
National Institute of Education (NIE), NTU
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Sporting
achievements and
highlights
Dr Goh has been running and coaching for 35 years. He is
currently President of Oregon Running Club. The Club aims to
promote running and general fitness in a social atmosphere,
catering to runners of every level, from those who just discovered
the joy of running, to experienced runners.
Details of training
schedule
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Training 4 times a week, with distances ranging from 6 - 14km.
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
You need the endurance to complete the marathon of life.
Name
Mr Teng Teck Hou, 邓德豪
Birthdate
24 April 1978 (27 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
Project Officer, Temasek Laboratories @ NTU
Sporting
achievements and
highlights
Took part in the MR25 Ultra Marathon in 2000 where the
distance completed was around 52km (5 laps round MacRitchie
Reservoir). Also recently took part in the 2005 Singapore
Biathlon and Singapore Marathon in 2004.
Details of training
schedule
Run every alternate day, clocking at least 5 km on each run.
Every Sunday will run 10 km.
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Single.
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
I hope this will be an enjoyable run around our lovely garden city.
I also look forward to residents from the different constituencies
joining us in the different legs, making this a truly national event.
Married.
Running and reading
Running, cycling, swimming, badminton and reading.
Students
Name
Mr Liow Yi Hao, 廖毅豪
Birthdate
9 May 1983 (22 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
First-year Nanyang Business School student
Sporting
Completed Standard chartered marathon 2003 & 2004.
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achievements and
highlights
2.4 km best timing: 8 mins and 47 secs
5 km best timimg: 19 mins 37 secs
Details of training
schedule
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Runs 5km everyday, and 10km every alternate Sundays
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
This run will be a true test of my limits, and I am glad to play a
part in this grand university event and run alongside other
accomplished runners.
Name
Ms Sumiko Tan Sok Hue, 陈淑慧
Birthdate
21st January 1985 (20 years old)
Contact details
[email protected]
Occupation
First-year student at NIE, NTU
Sporting
achievements and
highlights
More notably, Sumiko emerged 3rd in Osim Triathlon 2005 (20 –
24 years category); 5th in Singapore Navy Biathlon 2005
(Women's Open); 4th in Army Half Marathon 2004 (Women's
Closed); 3rd in KL marathon 2004 (Singapore Women's Open);
and 3rd in Singapore Marathon 2003 (Women's Open Category).
Details of training
schedule
Run 100-120 km per week, swim 2-3 km everyday, and cycling at
least once a week over a distance about 60 km.
Marital status &
children
Hobbies
Single
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significance of Run
Round Singapore
This Run Round Singapore holds special significance for me. It’s
my way of giving back to the university, and at the same time, a
unique opportunity to test my own physical limits. This run is also
a symbol of the unity and daring of the university community, and
I am proud to be part of the team that will attempt this incredible
journey and challenge.
Single
Rock Climbing , Diving, Rugby & Tennis
Running, Swimming, Cycling, competing in marathons, half
marathons, biathlons, triathlons, running races.
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Map & Route
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Supporting organisations for Run Round Singapore
Run Round Singapore is supported by:
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Singapore Sports Council
Singapore Pools
People's Association and it's Constituency Sports Clubs
SouthWest Community Development Council
MediaCorp
Singapore Amateur Athletic Association
Health Promotion Board
National Parks Board
Run Round Singapore sponsors:
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Official Drink – Polar & Sportade
Official Printer – KHL Printing Co Pte Ltd
Official Track & Trace "Real Time" – Asiatracks Pte Ltd
Official Bakery – BreadTalk Group Ltd
Official Sportsgear – Adidas Singapore Pte Ltd
Official Transport – Tong Tar Transport
Official Health Supplement – GNC Global Active Ltd
NTUC Fairprice
Power Bar
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RUN ROUND SINGAPORE FLAG-OFF
Saturday 1 October 2005
8.30am
In front of former Nanyang University Administration Building, Nanyang
Technological University
Programme
8.00am
Arrival of Guests
Performances
8.30am
Arrival of Dr Su Guaning
President, NTU
Performances
Welcome address by Dr Su
8.45am
Mass warm-up
9.00am
Flag-off by Dr Su
Reception for guests
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RUN ROUND SINGAPORE FINALE AND CARNIVAL
Sunday 2 October 2005
2.00pm
Sports and Recreation Centre, Nanyang Technological University
Programme
8.30am
Kick-off of Sports Competitions
5-a-side soccer; 3-on-3 Basketball; 4-a-side Street Netball; 4-a-side Floorball
12.30pm
Start of Carnival
1.40pm
Arrival of guests
2.00pm
Arrival of Guest-of-Honour, Mr Yeo Cheow Tong
Minister of Transport and MP of Hong Kah GRC
Tour of Carnival by Guest-of-Honour
2.30pm
Performances
Grand Finale – Welcoming back the 168 km runners
Thank you remarks by Dr Su Guaning
President, NTU
Presentation of souvenir plaques and sports competition prizes by Guest-ofHonour
4.00pm
End of Carnival
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