Paralympic swimmer Yip Pin Xiu has become the first para athlete to have a wax figure at Madame Tussauds Singapore. Yip's waxwork was unveiled at a ceremony on Monday (Feb 5) which also served to announce Singapore's hosting of the 2025 World Para Swimming Championships.
The 32-year-old cemented her place in Singapore's sporting history with her five gold medals at the Paralympic Games and five gold medals at the World Championships. Yip's wax figure, which took over six months to make, is modelled after her win at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
Speaking to the media, Yip said: "I am absolutely honoured to have my wax figure made by Madame Tussauds Singapore, and placed alongside other sporting legends. It is a proud moment for me and a testament to the hard work and effort I have put in over the years. I hope that this moment will also inspire and empower Singaporeans to achieve their dreams regardless of ability, and foster an inclusive society where all are celebrated.”
Steven Chung, General Manager of Madame Tussauds Singapore, added: "It is an honour to add Pin Xiu to our stellar line-up of stars. The figure not only pays homage to her sporting prowess, it emphasises the importance of inclusivity, a value we at Madame Tussauds embrace dearly, and breaking barriers in the world of sports. Pin Xiu’s achievements are an inspiration for aspiring athletes and hold a special place in the hearts of Singaporeans.”
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The 32-year-old cemented her place in Singapore's sporting history with her five gold medals at the Paralympic Games and five gold medals at the World Championships. Yip's wax figure, which took over six months to make, is modelled after her win at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
Speaking to the media, Yip said: "I am absolutely honoured to have my wax figure made by Madame Tussauds Singapore, and placed alongside other sporting legends. It is a proud moment for me and a testament to the hard work and effort I have put in over the years. I hope that this moment will also inspire and empower Singaporeans to achieve their dreams regardless of ability, and foster an inclusive society where all are celebrated.”
Steven Chung, General Manager of Madame Tussauds Singapore, added: "It is an honour to add Pin Xiu to our stellar line-up of stars. The figure not only pays homage to her sporting prowess, it emphasises the importance of inclusivity, a value we at Madame Tussauds embrace dearly, and breaking barriers in the world of sports. Pin Xiu’s achievements are an inspiration for aspiring athletes and hold a special place in the hearts of Singaporeans.”
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