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Three Clubs, One Colonial Sport

Long before Genting, colonial Malaya had racecourses — and a legal tote. Here's what became of them.

Three clubs, one story

Selangor, Penang and Perak each built turf clubs during the colonial era. This site follows all three side by side, from founding to their present-day status.

Start with the timeline

See how each club’s status changed decade by decade on the turf club timeline.