A member of HDB dragon boat team has died after a race at the Singapore Sports Hub’s Water Sports Centre in Kallang on Sunday (Nov 16) morning.
The 49-year-old was competing in the Singapore Regatta Waterfest as part of a 30-member team of staff from HDB.
Responding to AsiaOne’s queries, HDB said that it is “deeply saddened” by his death.
He had collapsed while resting after the race, the statement said.
“He was transported to the hospital for medical attention, where he later passed on after unsuccessful resuscitation attempts by the emergency crew,” said HDB.
“Our thoughts are with his family, friends and our own colleagues who are grieving this sudden loss. We are in close contact with the family and are providing them our fullest support and assistance during this difficult time.”
