Inside The Rings, 27 Aug 2010 Singapore’s sports minister defends the $285 million spent on the YOG, claiming the country will recoup the costs. At a press conference, Vivian Balakrishnan said “I have no doubt we will recoup our investment, both on the tangible side and intangible side of the ledger.” Costs for the YOG increased dramatically leading up to the Games. Full story