SINGAPORE: The organiser of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) has apologised following online complaints over traffic jams in the city area during the race on Saturday evening (Nov 30).
In its Facebook post on Wednesday, SCSM said: "We have read all your comments and feedback, and we apologise for the inconvenience caused."
AdvertisementAdvertisementFull traffic studies that were in consultation with various partners had been carried out, it added.
CNA contacted organiser Ironman Asia and national sports agency Sport Singapore for their comments on Monday but has yet to receive a reply.
The planning of an evening marathon "was a year in the making", which also involved an "extensive stakeholder outreach programme" that began in January, SCSM said.
AdvertisementAdvertisementIt added that "extensive road advisories" were disseminated through media outlets alongside its digital channel.
Roads were also reopened progressively to minimise inconvenience caused to road users.
On Nov 27, the Singapore Police Force announced that several roads and lanes would be closed due to the marathon.
This year's race was held for the first time at night. The new evening format was part of the organiser's bid to further the appeal of the race and improve SCSM's chances of being inducted into the Abbott World Marathon Majors, a series of the largest and most renowned marathons, in 2021.
"In the last 18 years, SCSM has grown significantly to what it is today," the organiser said.
"As we strive to put on the best race in coming years, your feedback goes a long way in helping us take one step closer to our goal: making SCSM a race not just for runners, but a race for Singapore."
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