I read last Sunday's report on swimmer Tao Li, 'Leaving friends, family behind', and was dismayed to learn that no official from the Singapore Swimming Association was at the airport to receive her and her team on their return from Berlin after the Fina/Arena Swimming World Cup series.

This lack of support is disappointing, considering her sterling performances at the series - she won three golds, a silver and three bronzes, as well as smashed the competition record in the 100m butterfly event.

Tao Li has the makings of a true champion on the world stage, and a burning desire to succeed.

Bennie Cheok

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