Singapore ski racer Faiz Basha becomes 2nd athlete to represent tropical nation at a Winter Games

Basha’s just the second athlete from the tropical country — temperature today: 88 degrees Fahrenheit (31 Celsius) — to compete at a Winter Games. Born in Singapore, Basha was introduced to ski racing during his time living in Switzerland, when his parents moved there while his dad served as a diplomat.

Singapore Alpine skier Faiz Basha stays cool ahead of Winter Olympic debut

Discover Singaporean Alpine skier Faiz Basha's calm approach and unique journey as he prepares for his Winter Olympic debut. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Why Norway Don't Pay Their Athletes Anything Despite Topping Winter Olympics Medal Charts

If you wanted to get rich at the recently concluded 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics, you better hope you were competing for Singapore or Hong Kong. Thanks to massive government incentives, the race for Olympic glory has become a highly lucrative lottery.
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Singapore's Faiz Basha overcomes tricky conditions, finishes 35th in slalom at Winter Olympics

SINGAPORE: Singapore alpine skier Faiz Basha overcame tricky conditions in the first run of the men's slalom at the Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio, Italy, to finish 35th overall on Monday (Feb 16).

Olympic Gold, Glory—And A Possible IRS Bill

Olympic glory may come with a tax bill. Here’s how 2026 Winter Olympic prize money, bonuses, and endorsements could trigger IRS consequences.