Episode 14: Theresa Goh, world-record holding Paralympic swimmer, advocate for athletes with disabilities, and champion of LGBTQI+ rights

Social Sport

English - June 22, 2020 11:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB
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This conversation takes us to Singapore to talk with Theresa Goh. Theresa is a Paralympic swimmer and, most of all, a trailblazer. Born with congenital spina bifida, Theresa does not have use of her legs, but that didn’t stop her from becoming an internationally acclaimed athlete. She was the first female Singaporean swimmer to qualify for the Paralympics, and holds the world records for the SB4 50 meters and 200 meters breaststroke events. On top of that, Theresa was the first openly queer athlete in Singaporean history. Recently retired, Theresa continues to advocate for athletes with disabilities and she represents Athlete Ally as a pro ambassador.

Follow Theresa:

Instagram: @wheelie_wonka
Twitter: @theresagoh_

Follow Athlete Ally:

Website: https://www.athleteally.org
Instagram: @athleteally
Twitter: @AthleteAlly
Facebook: @AthleteAlly

The Straits Times articles on Theresa:

'It Feels like the Right Time': Paaralypic Swimmer Theresa Goh Opens up about Her Sexuality
Swimming: Theresa Goh, unicorn of the water, hangs up her goggles

Also Discussed in this episode:

Bak Kut Teh, Theresa's favorite dish

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