Adele Tan
Singaporean sports shooter with notable titles
Born
March 31st, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Singapore
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A sports shooter from Singapore, achieved recognition in the shooting sports discipline. Competed in various international competitions, showcasing exceptional skills in precision shooting. Participated in multiple ISSF World Cup events, and contributed to team successes in shooting championships.
Competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Won a silver medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games
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