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Penang unveils plans for world-class badminton academy at Karpal Singh Drive

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Penang is set to establish a new badminton academy at Karpal Singh Drive, with the goal of nurturing world-class badminton players, following in the footsteps of the legendary Datuk Lee Chong Wei. The initiative was announced by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, who underscored the state government’s dedication to creating additional recreational spaces for sports activities. The academy is set to commence construction in the first quarter of 2024,

“We are fully committed to bringing this academy to life, and we anticipate its completion by 2029” stated Chief Minister Chow at a press conference in Komtar yesterday. The academy will be constructed on Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI) land, with PGBC Sdn Bhd leading the project.

Chow expressed his optimism about producing more badminton talents in the future, citing the achievements of Chan Peng Soon, Lim Khim Wah, and Ong Ewe Hock, who have brought pride to Penang with their remarkable accomplishments.

Ong, the founder and chairman of PGBC Sdn Bhd, revealed plans to rent out the badminton courts at the academy, aiming to continue Penang’s supremacy in the sport by nurturing and developing more skilled shuttlers through the academy’s programs.

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  1. @phorlanpha
    June 23rd, 2023 at 14:57 | #1

    i think the commence construction is first quarter of 2024 instead of 2023 right? correct me if i’m wrong…

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    PPT EDITOR
    June 23rd, 2023 at 21:04 | #2

    @@phorlanpha
    Yes, thanks for the catch! It’s been updated.

  3. Annee
    June 24th, 2023 at 19:13 | #3

    Hope Penang Gov could consider to allow multi purpose sport to use the facilities.
    There are more sport activities which also aggressive for the next generation.

  4. anon
    June 26th, 2023 at 11:59 | #4

    @Annee
    Agree. Especially the rise of e-sports. But basically should look forwards, and help those future and upcoming sports that are appealing to those of different backgrounds

  5. Goon
    February 15th, 2024 at 15:43 | #5

    Any update on this project? All quiet since this announcement

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