Today, both Yap sisters represent Singapore at the national level, sharing not just a sport but a unique understanding of its demands.
“Having a sister who has similar experiences as me is … something that’s really helped me,” Amanda said. “I can always talk to her, ask her for advice.”
THE GRIND
The Methodist Girls’ School student trains six times a week – four hours each session – with Saturday as her only rest day. Evenings are spent doing homework and revision. It’s a schedule that would exhaust most adults.
“I find artistic gymnastics fun because it really challenges you to do your best, and you really have to have a lot of resilience to push on, especially when things get tough,” Amanda said.
Her father, Clarence Yap, emphasised that their role as parents wasn’t to push but to provide space.
