Singapore athletes competing at major Games have to follow comprehensive set of rules

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Ahead of major sporting events, participating national athletes and officials will fall under the purview of the SNOC. PHOTO: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE - Ahead of major sporting events such as the Olympics, Asian, Commonwealth and SEA Games, participating national athletes and officials will fall under the purview of the Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC).

Part of the requirement means they must sign a Team Membership Agreement - usually a month before the respective Games - with the SNOC.

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