Open-Top Bus Parade to Celebrate Singapore’s Paralympians
Singapore will honor its Paralympians with an open-top bus parade on Saturday, September 14. The parade will take Team Singapore’s athletes through the heart of the city, giving fans and supporters an opportunity to cheer for the athletes who brought home medals from the Paris Paralympics.
Four Designated “Cheer Points” for Fans
To accommodate supporters, four key “cheer points” have been designated along the parade route, where fans can gather to celebrate the athletes:
- Chinatown: In front of People’s Park Complex at 11:50 am
- Orchard Road: At the junction of Orchard Road and Bideford Road at 12:10 pm
- Serangoon Road: After Tekka Market, towards the junction of Buffalo Road at 12:30 pm
- Victoria Street: Near the mural wall at 8C Jalan Kledek at 12:40 pm
These times are estimates and may vary depending on traffic conditions on the day of the parade.
Singapore’s Paralympic Medal Success in Paris
Team Singapore wrapped up the Paris Paralympics with a total of three medals. Swimmer Yip Pin Xiu continued her dominance by clinching gold medals in both the 100m backstroke S2 and 50m backstroke S2 events, marking her third consecutive Paralympics winning these titles.
Additionally, Jeralyn Tan made history by winning a silver medal in boccia, Singapore’s first-ever Paralympic medal in the sport. Tan’s achievement in the women’s individual BC1 event is a significant milestone for the country’s Paralympic program.
Celebrating Athletic Excellence
The parade is an opportunity for Singaporeans to recognize the dedication and hard work of the Paralympians, who have inspired the nation with their performances. The open-top bus parade will allow the public to come together and show their appreciation for the athletes who have brought pride to Singapore on the global stage.
Also learn about Open-Top Bus Parade for Team Singapore Olympians Set for August 14.
