101 and counting for Uncle Chan

PHOTO: SCMS 2015

A joyous Chan Meng Hui, 85, affectionately known as "Uncle Chan", after completing the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore on Sunday. This was the octogenarian's 101st marathon, which he completed in 81/2 hours. Chan has been running marathons since age 60.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on December 08, 2015, with the headline 101 and counting for Uncle Chan. Subscribe