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Once excluded from PE, now a national athlete: Meet Singapore’s only female national wheelchair rugby player
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Once excluded from PE, now a national athlete: Meet Singapore’s only female national wheelchair rugby player

Nur Sabrina Suhaimi, Singapore's only female national wheelchair rugby player, overcame significant physical challenges due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Diagnosed at age 16, the condition caused progressive muscle weakness and loss of sensation, affecting her ability to grip objects and walk. Despite these limitations, Sabrina embraced wheelchair rugby, which she describes as 'exhilarating' and likened to 'bumper cars.' Initially treated differently by male teammates due to her gender, she proved herself through determination, earning respect on the court. Her journey highlights the intersection of disability, sport, and personal resilience, challenging perceptions of ability and participation.

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Once excluded from PE, now a national athlete: Meet Singapore’s only female national wheelchair rugby player

Nur Sabrina Suhaimi, Singapore's only female national wheelchair rugby player, overcame significant physical challenges due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Diagnosed at age 16, the condition caused progressive muscle weakness and loss of sensation, affecting her ability to grip objects and walk. Despite these limitations, Sabrina embraced wheelchair rugby, which she describes as 'exhilarating' and likened to 'bumper cars.' Initially treated differently by male teammates due to her gender, she proved herself through determination, earning respect on the court. Her journey highlights the intersection of disability, sport, and personal resilience, challenging perceptions of ability and participation.

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