Muay Thai ‘soft power’ diplomacy shines ahead of EFC Fight Night

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For Augustine, nothing beats the radiant smile that illuminates his parents' faces when they witness him excelling in the sport he loves.

SINGAPORE — As Mixed Martial Arts continues to surge in popularity in Singapore, Muay Thai is also experiencing a parallel increase in the level of interest, fueled by the dedication of enthusiasts like WBC Muaythai Singapore chairman, Spencer Tay.

Beyond his dedication to training and mentoring the next generation of Muay Thai athletes at his gym, and his tireless support for local competitions in Singapore, Tay has a broader vision. The 14-bout fight card tournament will be held at the Foo Chow Building on May 25. The co-main event will see local Muay Thai exponents Jerome Giam from Eminent Gym taking on Yassh from Gifted Fight Academy for the WBC Muaythai Super Lightweight amateur Singapore title, while Vernon Tan and Terrence Teo will face-off for the WBC Lightweight Singapore national title.Other featured bouts include Otto ‘Drunken Power’ vs Masayuki Sia for the EFC Super Welterweight International title.

Over the past few months, Augustine has made immense sacrifices, leaving no stone unturned in his pursuit of excellence, from rigorous training sessions to participating in overseas tournaments.

 

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