Taipei Dome undergoes closed-door test ahead of match

TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Taipei Dome, the capital city's new sports and entertainment venue, conducted a closed-door test on Wednesday (Nov. 15) to gather feedback for further improvements and to ensure readiness for an upcoming test match scheduled for Saturday.

The Dome is set to host a test match for 13,000 fans this Saturday, marking a significant step in its operational readiness.

Taipei Deputy Mayor Lee Shu-chuan participated in the trial event and shared his experience on his Facebook page. He posted a video from the test alongside an archival clip from 1991, showing Former Premier Hau Pei-tsun at the national baseball championship.

The older footage highlights the crowd's chants for a domed stadium, a wish that has now come to fruition.

Lee emphasized the contrast with the 1991 championship, which was played under heavy rain, noting that fans will now enjoy matches without the need for raincoats. He described the completion of the Dome with the phrase "done is better than perfect," acknowledging the long journey to this point.

In his post, Lee encouraged the public to attend Saturday's match, advising attendees to take the MRT for convenience over driving.