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Singapore Unveils World Aquatics Championships Arena Designed for Faster Swim Times

Boasting a 3m-deep competition pool alongside broadcast-standard features, the 4,800-seat venue will host a Southeast Asian age-group competition next week

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Overview

  • The WCH Arena at Carpark G near Kallang spans a 50m by 26m competition pool and a matching warm-up pool, each at 3m depth, within a temporary 4,800-seat structure
  • Kin Productions completed the facility in five months after foundation work began in December 2024 and construction ran from January to May 2025
  • Engineered with overflow gutters, Paris 2024 starting blocks and seats angled at 32 degrees, the design aims to reduce water turbulence and enhance spectator views
  • The Southeast Asian Age Group Aquatics Championships will take place from June 20 to 29 as a test event before the World Aquatics Championships opens on July 11
  • Organisers report very positive ticket sales with several key sessions sold out and anticipate strong local and international attendance