S-League: One player has failed first-ever 2.4km run test

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As part of a raft of changes for this year, the S-League had decided to scrap the controversial Beep Test and replace it with the 2.4km run.

More than 70 footballers from S-League clubs turned up at the Bishan Stadium yesterday morning to take part in the first-ever 2.4km running test conducted by the domestic league in order to be certified fit to play in this season's tournament.

Players now have to meet the passing mark of 10min 15sec. Those who run below 9 min will get a $100 cash reward while players who run faster than 8min 30sec will get $200.

Players who fail to meet the passing mark can retake the test as often as they want.

All but one player passed the run. The one who failed did not complete the test; the S-League declined to name the player who failed.

All of the players that TODAY spoke to said they preferred the 2.4km run to the Beep Test because they are more familiar with it, and can train for it by themselves. This is unlike the Beep Test which required additional manpower, cones and a timer to set up.

However, they could be in for a rude shock if they think the 10min 15sec passing park is a permanent fixture.

According to Lim Chin, the S-League will be reviewing the test results, and may lower the passing time - which he described as 'average' - next year and in subsequent years if it proves to be too easy for the players to meet.