SINGAPORE — Singapore's top breaststroke swimmer Letitia Sim has retired from competitive sport, Singapore Aquatics announced on social media on May 22.Just five months ago, the 23-year-old enjoyed a standout campaign at the SEA Games in Thailand, where she became the first swimmer to complete a hat-trick of breaststroke titles at the regional meet after sweeping the 50m, 100m and 200m crowns in Games records.She also added golds in the 200m individual medley and women's 4x100m medley relay.In a statement, Sim said: «I am grateful for my time with Singapore Aquatics and for all of the opportunities and support they have provided me over the past few years.»While I am proud of my accomplishments in the pool, I am even more thankful for the relationships, experiences, and memories created both in and out of the water that have shaped me into the person I am today.«Noting that it was not an easy decision, Sim said it was the right path as she looks to pursue a career outside of swimming.She added: »I will forever be thankful for this chapter of my life, but I am excited for the new opportunities and challenges that lie ahead." Read more