Has Le Tour de Langkawi run its course?


LE TOUR de Langkawi was flagged off at its place of birth in Kuah on Sunday as the National Sports Council (NSC) reinvent the wheel by assuming the role of event organisers.

After 28 years, with the 2021 race the only edition cancelled due to the pandemic, I believe it is time to reevaluate the objectives and the economic impact of the cycling race, once considered the jewel in our crown.

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