SUSS Athlete Shaikh Abdullah Wins Double Bronze at Thailand Kickboxing World Cup, Sets Sights on SEA Games
Date: 24 Jul 2025
News Type:Awards
School/Department: Student Success Centre
Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) student and national kickboxer Shaikh Abdullah Bin Mohamed Rafi made his mark at the 1st Thailand Kickboxing World Cup, overcoming food poisoning to claim two bronze medals and two 5th-place finishes in fiercely contested divisions.
Shaikh Abdullah Bin Mohamed Rafi made his mark at the 1st Thailand Kickboxing World Cup
The tournament marked a significant milestone in Shaikh Abdullah's athletic career, as he secured his 10th international medal across taekwondo and kickboxing. Reflecting on his achievement, the determined athlete shared: "This competition pushed me to my limits, but it proved that with enough heart and perseverance, no obstacle is too great. I owe this success to my family, coaches, and teammates who stood by me every step of the way."
The tournament marked a significant milestone in Shaikh Abdullah's athletic career, as he secured his 10th international medal across taekwondo and kickboxing.
The event also highlighted sports' unique power to unite, with athletes from around the world demonstrating camaraderie and mutual respect despite global tensions.
Fresh from this success, Shaikh Abdullah is now preparing for two major upcoming competitions: the 2025 Abu Dhabi Kickboxing World Championships in November and the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand this December. "The road ahead is challenging, but I'm fully committed to representing Singapore and SUSS at the highest level," he stated.
SUSS takes great pride in supporting student-athletes like Shaikh Abdullah, who embody the university's core values of resilience, discipline, and excellence in both academic and sporting pursuits.
Shaikh Abdullah looking forward to the upcoming competitions at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Kickboxing World Championships in November and the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand this December
The SUSS community wishes Shaikh Abdullah continued success as he prepares for his next challenge!