May Ooi, from Olympian swimmer to MMA champion and mentor

Mei's journey from a competitive swimmer to a martial arts expert is driven by her desire to evolve and improve. After representing Singapore in the 1992 Olympics, she transitioned to martial arts, mastering Capoeira and excelling in mixed martial arts. Encouraged by Hoyla Gracie, she became one of Singapore's top fighters. Now, Mei focuses on giving back to her community by promoting sports culture in Singapore.

What motivated Wei Mei to leave competitive swimming after 14 years?

• She wanted to travel the world.

• She had an injury that prevented her from continuing.

• She was tired of the training and pressure.

• She wanted to focus on her studies.

Which martial art did Wei Mei first master after leaving swimming?

• Capoeira

• Judo

• Taekwondo

• Karate

Who encouraged Wei Mei to compete in mixed martial arts?

• Hoyla Gracie

• A fellow swimmer

• Her family

• Her college professor

What is Wei Mei's current focus after stepping away from competition?

• Training for another Olympic event

• Starting a martial arts school

• Working with children and promoting sports culture

• Writing a book about her experiences

How does Wei Mei aim to contribute to the community in Singapore?

• By opening a new swimming pool

• By teaching martial arts to adults

• By helping grow the sporting culture

• By organizing international sports events