Renowned for her speed, Shanti Pereira is a prominent figure in track and field. She gained recognition by winning gold in the 200 meters at the 2015 Southeast Asian Games and is the first Singaporean to reach the semi-finals of the World Championships.
Shanti Pereira stands as a symbol of exceptional talent and unyielding determination in Singapore’s athletic history. Since bursting onto the scene, Pereira has redefined national records with her electrifying performances. Her breakthrough came when she clinched gold in the 200 meters at the 2015 Southeast Asian Games, making her a household name and reigniting Singapore’s passion for track and field.
Pereira’s journey through athletics is marked by a series of remarkable achievements, including her historic win at the 2023 SEA Games, where she became the first Singaporean to win gold at both the 100m and 200m sprint events at the same Games. She repeated the same feats at the Asian Athletics Championships at the 2023 Asian Championships, solidifying her ability to perform under lesser. Her speed and strategic racing consistently placed among the top contenders on the international stage. She went on to became the first Singaporean runner to reach the semi-finals of the World Championships and earned her spot in the 200m event for the Paris Olympics in 2024 after meeting the qualification mark.
Off the track, Shanti Pereira is just as impactful. She is a mentor and inspiration to young athletes, advocating for youth empowerment and sports development. Her commitment to excellence is matched by her humility and grace, making her not only a champion sprinter but also a cherished role model. In 2024, Pereira was inducted to the Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame, crowned Sportswoman of the Year at the Singapore Sports Award, and honoured as The Straits Times’ Athlete of the Year.