Elizabeth-Ann Tan, a Singaporean sprinter, advanced to the semifinals of the women’s 100m at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya. The event, held at the Sapporo Olympic Park, saw Tan clock in with a time of 11.32 seconds, securing her spot in the next round.
Tan’s performance came as part of a strong showing by Singaporean athletes at the Games. Fellow sprinter Shanti Pereira also reached the semifinals, while Marc Brian Louis advanced in the men’s 100m. The trio represented Singapore’s continued presence in track and field at the Asian level.
The 2026 Asian Games, hosted in Japan, featured over 10,000 athletes from 45 nations. Tan’s qualification marks another step in her career, following her national record in the 10,000m earlier in the competition. Her success highlights Singapore’s growing strength in long-distance running.
Tan’s next challenge will be the semifinals, where she will aim to push further in the competition. The Games continue to provide a platform for athletes to showcase their talents on an international stage.
