Only 20, but the pain’s too much for Joe Ee


Farewell: Ng Joe Ee in action in the individual all-around ribbon final. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

BANGKOK: She’s only 20, but Ng Joe Ee has announced that her days as a rhythmic gymnast are over. Her mounting injuries have left her with no choice but to retire.

An emotional Joe Ee announced her decision to quit after winning bronze in the individual all-around in the SEA Games yesterday.

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