Long Island works raise questions on future of kitesurfing in Singapore
Concerns are mounting over the future of kitesurfing in Singapore, as the upcoming works for the Long Island project in East Coast Park threatens to displace one of the community's strongholds. Kitesurfers say making space for alternative sites is crucial in ensuring the sport's continued survival. Sports Singapore has said the new reservoir and Long Island coastline could potentially support a range of water-based activities and sports. These are being assessed as part of the ongoing technical studies. Alexandra Anand reports.
Concerns are mounting over the future of kitesurfing in Singapore, as the upcoming works for the Long Island project in East Coast Park threatens to displace one of the community's strongholds. Kitesurfers say making space for alternative sites is crucial in ensuring the sport's continued survival. Sports Singapore has said the new reservoir and Long Island coastline could potentially support a range of water-based activities and sports. These are being assessed as part of the ongoing technical studies. Alexandra Anand reports.