The next day Singapore clinched an Olympic prize was at the 2016 Rio Games when swimmer , Joseph Schooling won gold in the 100m butterfly.  ,
A two-time kitefoiling world hero, Maeder’s success takes Singapore’s medal count in the background of the Games to six- one gold, two silver and three bronze.
President Tharman cited the evolution of Singapore’s athletic performance over time.
” Only picture-  , we had no Olympic award for about half a decade after Tan Howe Liang’s gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics”, he wrote.
” Yet from 2008, TeamSG has now brought home three Olympic bronzes ( including Max’s ), a silver, and Joseph Schooling’s historic gold”, he added.
” Plus, we have boater Stephenie Chen in the semifinals, Yeo Jia Min nearly made it, and Loh Kean Yew in badminton in Paris.” And Shanti topping Asia in the women’s jumps next time”.
International awards and awards does not come quickly, Mr Tharman noted.
” But nothing beats the trip, the friends you make along the way, and the pain and happiness of striving to achieve the goals you set for yourself”, he added.
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong described the occasion as a “double event” for Singapore.  ,
” Gratitude to Max and a big thanks to all the Team Singapore runners who did a great job at the Games! We’re all quite proud of you. Does your actions in all things positive be influenced by this encounter”! Mr Lee said.
Heng Swee Keat, Deputy Prime Minister, praised Maeder’s efforts, adding his” East Coast citizen” to his ovation.
Max performed brilliantly at his first Olympic Games despite challenging weather conditions and numerous delays, according to Mr. Heng’s Facebook post.
He also expressed gratitude to Singapore’s athletes who compete internationally, saying:” This National Day, all of us are inspired by your unwavering heart and etiquette. We are glad of you”!
Maeder received a medal of bronze from Singapore Sailing and Sport Singapore ( SportSG), and they both expressed their congratulations.
Hailing the , student ‘s , “exceptional ability and poise” during the race,  , SportSG said:  ,” What a way to commemorate National Day! A great day present”!