The 7th FCAS International Dragon Boat Race returns this year with RM81,500 worth of cash prizes to be won.
Federation of Chinese Associations Sabah (FCAS) deputy president Datuk Susan Wong Siew Guen said the race would be held at Likas Bay on July 2 and 3.
“Preparations for the dragon boat race is currently in full swing to revive the exciting event that was suspended for two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“We have extended invitations to dragon boat teams in Philippines, Singapore and Brunei to compete in the event as well as Sarawak, Penang and Kuala Lumpur. For local teams, we have invited teams from Sandakan, Tawau, Tuaran and Kota Kinabalu.
“Local teams are eager to join the race as well, with many of them enquiring how soon they are able to start training,” she said after chairing a technical meeting here on Thursday.
Susan, who is the organising chairperson of the race, said there are nine categories to compete in,