Preparations Underway for 2027 SEA Games in Sarawak
Sarawak, the co-host of the 2027 Southeast Asian Games, is gearing up to stage the boxing event in the state, according to State Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah.
Sri Aman Unity Stadium to Host Boxing Events
Abdul Karim revealed that the Sri Aman Unity Stadium is among the main venues proposed for boxing, citing the tremendous support shown by spectators for athletes during the last Malaysia Games (SUKMA). "I definitely want it (to be held) in Sri Aman because I saw during the last Malaysia Games (SUKMA) that when boxing was held there, the supporters were extremely enthusiastic, especially when Sarawak athletes competed against other states," he said.
Cycling Velodrome Construction Still in Planning Stage
However, Abdul Karim noted that the construction project for the cycling velodrome is still in the planning stage, and it is highly likely that cycling events cannot be held in Sarawak for this edition and may need to be hosted by Selangor. Nevertheless, the plan to build the first velodrome in Borneo will continue and be located in Kuching. "I also want the venue to be multi-purpose – apart from cycling events, it should also be for meetings or other events. We do not want sports facilities to be built for just one function," he said.
36 Sports Events Identified for 2027 SEA Games
So far, 36 sports events have been identified for the 2027 SEA Games. Eighteen will be held in Sarawak, 15 in Kuala Lumpur, four in Penang, and one in Johor.
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Conclusion
Sarawak is gearing up to host the 2027 SEA Games, with preparations underway for the boxing event at the Sri Aman Unity Stadium. While the cycling velodrome construction project is still in the planning stage, the plan to build the first velodrome in Borneo will continue. BERNAMA will provide up-to-date news and information on the 2027 SEA Games through various channels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where will the boxing events be held during the 2027 SEA Games?
A: The boxing events will be held at the Sri Aman Unity Stadium in Sarawak.
Q: Will the cycling events be held in Sarawak during the 2027 SEA Games?
A: It is highly likely that cycling events will not be held in Sarawak for this edition and may need to be hosted by Selangor.
Q: What is the plan for the cycling velodrome construction project?
A: The plan is to build the first velodrome in Borneo, which will be located in Kuching.