Borneo Games return after 12 years with Kuching launch
KUCHING: After 12 years, the Borneo Games returned to Kuching, with Sarawak Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah calling it a platform to revive regional unity and strengthen sporting ties. Launched at Stadium Perpaduan tonight (Sept 24), the Games opened with over 1,000 athletes from Sarawak, Sabah, Labuan, Brunei, […]
A gathering of Sarawak’s finest at Borneo Games 2025
KUCHING: Sarawak’s top track and field athletes are set to chase glory at the Borneo Games 2025, with veterans making long-awaited returns and rising stars eyeing personal bests. National sprinter Jonathan Nyepa, back at the Games after more than a decade, said he hopes to defend his 100m mark of 10.28 seconds while gunning for […]
Sabah contingent arrives for Borneo Games
KUCHING: The Sabah contingent for the Borneo Games Kuching (BGK) 2025 has undergone months of intensive preparation as they get ready to showcase their talents on the regional stage. Sabah Sports Council Deputy Director (Sports Sector) Wong Hsiao Hsien said the team had been preparing rigorously in the lead-up to the competition. “For this Borneo […]
Veteran coach urges cautious optimism as Sarawak swimmers eye Borneo Games podium
KUCHING: Sarawak’s swimming squad is gearing up for a big test at the Borneo Games Kuching 2025, with head coach Hii Hieng Chiong striking a balance between cautious optimism and confidence in his 20-member team. Hii, who officially took over the squad on June 1, said while Sarawak has long carried a reputation as a […]
Sabah, Labuan athletes arrive for Borneo Games
KUCHING: Contingents from Sabah and Labuan began arriving at Kuching International Airport on Monday (Sept 22) for the Borneo Games Kuching (BGK) 2025. They were warmly welcomed by the organising committee and representatives from the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development. A total of 74 athletes and officials from Sabah and 14 from Labuan […]
Borneo Games: Athletes told to focus on winning
KUCHING: Sarawak will not take its rivals lightly at the Borneo Games 2025 despite enjoying the advantage of being host. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Dr Ripin Lamat, who is also chef de mission (CDM) of the state contingent, said motivational sessions have been held to provide mental support and ensure […]
Borneo Games: Organisers unfazed by West Kalimantan withdrawal
KUCHING: While West Kalimantan will not compete at the Borneo Games 2025, organisers stressed they are not disheartened, noting that preparations remain on track for the Games’ long-awaited return. Acting chief executive officer of Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC) Khairul Nizam Morshidi said the absence of West Kalimantan was possibly due to administrative and budgetary constraints, […]
Organisers adapt as Borneo Games nears, publicity drive underway
KUCHING: With just days to go, anticipation is building for the Borneo Games 2025 as organisers intensify promotion efforts to draw public interest to the regional meet. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Dr Ripin Lamat said the public has shown curiosity about the event, and organisers are making a final push to […]
1,000 athletes to compete in Borneo Games Kuching 2025
KUCHING: Around 1,000 athletes are expected to take part in the Borneo Games Kuching 2025, which will be held at the Sarawak Sports Complex from Sept 24 to 28. Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC) acting chief executive officer (CEO) Khairul Nizam Morshidi said the athletes will represent five contingents – Sarawak, Sabah, the Federal Territory of […]
Sarawak’s early camp fuels Borneo Games badminton push
KUCHING: With the Borneo Games just two weeks away, the Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) has accelerated preparations, recalling players from Kuala Lumpur and Australia for an intensive training camp while setting its sights firmly on the team title. SBA’s Honorary Secretary, Datuk Dr Wan Khalik Wan Muhammad, said the training camp was originally planned to […]