Royal spectacle caps vibrant Sarawak Regatta 2025
KUCHING: The iconic Kuching Waterfront came alive in a breathtaking celebration of culture, unity, and sporting spirit as the curtains closed on this year’s Sarawak Regatta, held under the inspiring theme ‘Race for Harmony’. The grand finale today was graced by His Royal Highness, the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, and […]
Halim, 41, from Indonesia inspires Team Landas at Sarawak Regatta
KUCHING: Age has not slowed Halim down as, at 41 years old, he carries not just his team’s hopes but a personal journey of resilience, dedication, and a love for the water that began long ago. Halim is a veteran paddler from Kapuas Hulu, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. With nearly seven years of experience, he has […]
Landas Cahaya Helang Tasik wins Regatta Benak Batang Lupar crown, RM25,000
SIMANGGANG: The curtain came down on the much-anticipated Pesta Benak 2025 last Sunday (Sept 21) with the thunderous beats of Festival Gendang Sarawak, marking the end of two exhilarating weeks of sporting and cultural festivities along the mighty Batang Lupar. The celebration began on Sept 7, drawing thousands of visitors and participants for a vibrant […]
Underdogs no more as Bujang Sigat power to victory in Sejijak Regatta
KUCHING: Against the odds and driven by discipline and unity, Bujang Sigat paddled their way to a RM20,000 victory in the prestigious 30-paddler ‘Raja Sungai’ Open category at the 2025 Sejijak Regatta, despite operating with minimal resources. Bujang Sigat claimed first place, followed by Landas Danawa Kasihnya Warisan 3 in second, Sinaran Ratu Siska N.6 […]
Newbie paddler eyes Regatta podium
KUCHING: First-time paddler Reuben Yusuf is excited to make a splash at the Sarawak Regatta 2024. The 24-year-old from Long Terawan Mulu is part of the Asaroz Terawan Mulu team, competing in the Men’s 30 Paddlers “Raja Sungai” (King of the River) TYT Cup in the local category. “We’ll conduct a post-mortem to refine our […]
A sea of spectators at Regatta
KUCHING: The second day of the Sarawak Regatta 2024 saw a surge in attendance as thousands flocked to the Kuching Waterfront to witness the thrilling races. An estimated 10,000 spectators were drawn to the event, eager to cheer on teams from as far as Lawas, Belaga, and Mulu. A total of 12 preliminary rounds and […]
Batang Kayan Regatta returns with RM65,000 prize pool
LUNDU: The prestigious water sports event, Batang Kayan Regatta 2024, is back to delight its fans. This race will span three days from July 26 to 28 along Sungai Batang Kayan, Lundu. Tanjong Datu assemblyman Azizul Anuar Adenan, announced that this year’s race offers a total cash prize of RM65,000. Azizul mentioned that 17 categories […]
RM15,000 grand prize awaits River King
LINGGA: The winner of the River King title in this year’s series of regattas in Sarawak will clash in the “Battle Of Titan,” introduced as a new event at the Lingga Regatta next month. In a statement, the Lingga Regatta Working Committee, announced the new event, namely, the Bidar 30 rowing – Battle Of Titan. “In […]
Unity and tradition shine at regatta
KUCHING: The Baram Regatta 2023 is worth reviewing because although ‘The Mother of All Regattas’ is over, the excitement that it caused hasn’t faded. In fact, it will remain in the hearts of those in and around the Baram region for weeks to come. After a five-year break, the highly anticipated event resumed from last […]
DBKU to open 57 sales lots for regatta on Oct 11
KUCHING: Calling all entrepreneurs! Here’s your chance to showcase and sell your goods at the Sarawak Regatta event. Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) is offering sales lots along Jalan Gambier here from Oct 27-29 and Nov 3-5. According to its statement, a total of 57 lots will be available. Of these, 20 will be allocated […]