Sports: Former Singapore Badminton Stadium to reopen as KFF Badminton Arena in August

The Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) is delighted to announce that the historic Singapore Badminton Hall will be renamed the KFF Badminton Arena and reopen its doors on 9 August 2024.  With its rich legacy and significant contribution to the sport over the years, the iconic venue has been meticulously restored and will mark a new chapter in Singapore’s illustrious badminton history. Originally constructed in 1952 for the Thomas Cup, the former Singapore Badminton Stadium on Guillemard Road … Continue reading Sports: Former Singapore Badminton Stadium to reopen as KFF Badminton Arena in August

Shopping Time: Decathlon opens first ever duty free pop-up at Changi Airport transit area

Decathlon Singapore is proud to announce their latest venture: Its first-ever experiential retail pop-up, a global-first for the sports brand, at Singapore’s celebrated Changi Airport, in line with its mission to move people through the wonders of sport. The pop-up is open from now to 1 September 2024 at the Terminal 3 Departure/Transit Lounge, and offers a selection of innovative products and familiar favourites to … Continue reading Shopping Time: Decathlon opens first ever duty free pop-up at Changi Airport transit area

Sports: An Se Young claims back-to-back Singapore Badminton Open titles after impressive victory over Chen Yu Fei

World No. 1 An Se Young thrilled 6,240 fans at the Singapore Indoor Stadium by capturing consecutive titles at the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology. She defeated China’s world No. 2 Chen Yu Fei in a gruelling 77-minute match, winning 21-19, 16-21, 21-12. In the opening game, both players were locked in a tight battle, with An eventually pulling ahead … Continue reading Sports: An Se Young claims back-to-back Singapore Badminton Open titles after impressive victory over Chen Yu Fei

Sports: An Se Young makes back-to-back KFF Singapore Badminton Open Finals

World No. 1 An Se Young is on the brink of securing consecutive Singapore Badminton Open titles after triumphing in a thrilling match against Indonesia’s Gregoria Mariska Tunjung, winning 21-14, 23-21. An dominated the first game, clinching it in just 17 minutes. However, Tunjung surged back in the second game, delivering powerful smashes and forcing An to match her speed. An displayed remarkable defence, saving a crucial … Continue reading Sports: An Se Young makes back-to-back KFF Singapore Badminton Open Finals

Sports: Loh Kean Yew falls short in quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew fell short in the quarterfinals of the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology, losing to China’s Li Shi Feng in straight games 21-19, 21-16. Loh had the upper hand in the first game, taking a 7-point lead at one point (12-5). However, Li clawed back, narrowing the lead with four consecutive points (12-9). Li continued his resurgence to tie … Continue reading Sports: Loh Kean Yew falls short in quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Sports: Loh Kean Yew clinches victory to reach quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Local favourite Loh Kean Yew had the 5,540 fans in the Singapore Indoor Stadium on the edge of their seats during his match against world No. 4 Anders Antonsen on Day 3 of the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology. After a pulsating 70-minute battle, Loh emerged victorious, winning 21-15, 11-21, 22-20.    Loh started off slowly in the first game, with Antonsen racing … Continue reading Sports: Loh Kean Yew clinches victory to reach quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Sports: Chou Tien Chien ends Jonathan Christie’s 16-Match winning run at KFF Singapore Badminton Open

 In front of a packed Singapore Indoor Stadium, Chinese Taipei’s Chou Tien Chen delivered a stellar performance at the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology to defeat the in-form world No. 3 Jonatan Christie in straight games (21-17, 21-6) in 35 minutes. The first game saw multiple lead changes, with both players going on consecutive point runs. With the scores tied at 16-all, Chou … Continue reading Sports: Chou Tien Chien ends Jonathan Christie’s 16-Match winning run at KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Sports: Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew advances to second round of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

 Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew thrilled home fans on the first day of the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology, triumphing over China’s Lu Guang Zu in an intense three-game showdown. Despite a nail-biting first game loss to Lu (25-27), where Loh had two game points, he staged a brilliant comeback. After a tight start in the second game with the scores locked at 4-4, … Continue reading Sports: Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew advances to second round of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Sports: Argentina and New Zealand win HSBC SVNS 2024 league titles in Singapore

History was made on a dazzling day of high drama, emotion and all action international rugby sevens at Singapore National Stadium. Argentina’s men claimed their first ever HSBC SVNS league winners title and New Zealand overcame arch rivals Argentina in an epic women’s final to win both the Singapore and SVNS League titles. New Zealand beat Ireland in the men’s final to clinch their second … Continue reading Sports: Argentina and New Zealand win HSBC SVNS 2024 league titles in Singapore

Sports: HSBC SVNS league titles to be decided on final day in Singapore

A thrilling finals day awaits fans at the Singapore National Stadium and watching around the world on Sunday as both men’s and women’s HSBC SVNS league title races go to the wire. Ireland kept their hopes of a first ever men’s title alive with a stunning quarter-final victory over current leaders Argentina, who are also chasing their first SVNS league trophy. New Zealand and Australia … Continue reading Sports: HSBC SVNS league titles to be decided on final day in Singapore