Cycling velodrome being explored
The possibility of constructing a cycling velodrome in Singapore is an idea that is being studied very seriously, said Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Lawrence Wong during his Committee of Supply speech in Parliament yesterday.
The possibility of constructing a cycling velodrome in Singapore is an idea that is being studied very seriously, said Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Lawrence Wong during his Committee of Supply speech in Parliament yesterday.
“It is not a trivial matter because the land take is going to be quite significant and there will be trade-offs to manage because, once you put something like that in a particular location, it means a certain opportunity cost for other sports facilities.
“We are not ready yet, but there are studies still under way and we are looking at possible locations and the feasibility of it.”
But a new BMX track will be built to replace the Tampines Bike Park, which was built for the 2010 Youth Olympic Games but closed in September last year.
Responding to Tampines GRC MP Irene Ng’s question, Mr Wong said: “We are looking at a possible site within the Old Airport square and plans are being finalised.” LOW LIN FHOONG