Sports Minutes with Zia-ul Raushan
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Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.
OCT 6, 2025
06/10/25 - Sports Minutes: Russell seals historic win at the Singapore Grand Prix, while the Lions aim to make history against India
A defining weekend for motorsport and football alike. Sports Minutes dissects George Russell’s flawless drive, Verstappen’s fiery resurgence, and Singapore’s ever-growing pull on the F1 map - before turning our lens to the Lions’ historic qualifier against India. All in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times.
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https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/formula-one/mercedes-george-russell-wins-f1-singapore-grand-prix-mclaren-retain-constructors-title
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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OCT 5, 2025
05/10/25 - Sports Minutes: Sami Hyypiä on Singapore national team vacancy, Liverpool's wobble and more
Could Sami Hyypia be interested in the vacant Singapore men's national team job? And what does the former Liverpool captain make of the Red's current wobble? Those were some of the questions Sports Minutes posed to the 51-year old, on the sidelines of the Singapore Grand Prix.
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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OCT 3, 2025
03/10/25 - Sports Minutes: Singapore Grand Prix Preview; from on track action to off track entertainment, we break it all down!
It’s race week in Singapore! David Croft, the voice of Formula 1, joins Sports Minutes to preview the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix. From Hamilton’s Ferrari struggles to Verstappen’s Marina Bay drought and McLaren’s title charge, Crofty breaks it all down - plus, his podium predictions for F1’s most iconic night race.
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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OCT 1, 2025
01/10/25 - Sports Minutes: Spence on assists, ambitions and adapting to top-flight football in the Singapore Premier League
Two games, two assists...and PLENTY of buzz. But who is Harry Spence beyond the highlight reels? From making a splash in top-flight football with the Young Lions, to learning from seasoned teammates and dreaming of bigger stages, the 19-year-old speaks to Sports Minutes about life, football, and the road ahead.
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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SEP 29, 2025
29/09/25 - Sports Minutes: FIFA sanctions over falsified eligibility documents sends shockwaves Malaysian Football
A FIFA ruling against the Football Association of Malaysia and seven players over falsified eligibility documents has sent shockwaves through the region. Sports Minutes get the perspective from across the causeway on the scandal, its impact on fans and domestic leagues, and what lessons Singapore and the region can draw from this crisis.
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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SEP 26, 2025
26/09/25 - Sports Minutes: Wheelchair Rugby’s journey of grit, growth and the road to ASEAN Para Games
From personal setbacks to national ambition, wheelchair rugby has given athletes like Aidil Khalip a new family, and coaches like Azhar Yusof a new mission. With the Singlife Corporate Challenge around the corner, they join Sports Minutes to talk about building resilience, corporate support, and preparing Team Singapore for the ASEAN Para Games.
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Sports Minutes: Refereeing calls, red cards & roulettes from MW3 in the Singapore Premier League
Matchweek 3 of the Singapore Premier League had it all - red cards, refereeing controversy, and late late drama. From Balestier’s last-gasp winner to the Sailors’ seven-goal showcase, plus a standout performance from Ong Yu En, Sports Minutes breaks down the biggest talking points.
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SEP 1, 2025
01/09/25 - Sports Minutes: Mustafic Fahrudin on his appointment as interim assistant head coach, working with Gavin Lee and upcoming assignments against Malaysia and India
It’s been more than a decade since the Singapore National Team last lifted silverware - but Mustafic Fahrudin knows what it takes. In his first interview since becoming the Lions’ interim assistant coach, the 2-time AFF Champion shares the inside story of his partnership with Gavin Lee, preparations for Malaysia and India, and his hunger to help resurrect Singapore football.
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AUG 29, 2025
29/08/25 - Sports Minutes: Vying for a National Team call-up, Jared Gallagher is eyeing stability & success with Albirex Niigata
Vying for a Singapore National Team breakthrough, Jared Gallagher steps into the new season with fresh motivation. Called up to Gavin Lee’s local centralised training squad soon after being appointed co-captain at Albirex Niigata for the season ahead - the 23-year-old opens up on leadership, pressure, and the dream of representing Singapore while cementing his place in domestic football and beyond.
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AUG 28, 2025
28/08/25 - Sports Minutes: Viral post on the omission of youth footballer sparks debate on priorities, entitlement & sacrifice in Singapore football
The FAS says commitment comes first. Parents argue education can’t take a back seat. At the centre of this debate is 16-year-old Mika Baihakki, omitted from the U-17 squad after skipping a training camp trip for exams. His mother’s viral post has thrown the spotlight on FAS’ handling of youth development and communication. PR veteran and TMSG founder Jose Raymond joins Sports Minutes to analyse the messaging, the fallout, and what this saga means for Singapore’s student-athletes.
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/local-celeb-norfasaries-post-on-sons-omission-from-national-u-16-football-team-goes-viral-fas
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raushan@sph.com.sg
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