The female boxer gunning to take Singapore to No. 1 in the global ring
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In 2016, Ms Efasha Kamarudin became the first international Singaporean woman to win an international boxing gold medal.
She recently peaked at No.15 in the world for the super flyweight category.
Ms Efasha had an affinity for sports at a young age. Her parents and four siblings loved to keep themselves active and their enthusiasm spread to her as well.
Photo: Photo: Efasha Kamarudin
Ms Efasha is also a mother to baby girl Zahra.
Her goal is to become the "undisputed world champion" and retire by 40 to spend more time with her daughter.
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