Colombo Racecourse
Colombo Racecourse (Sinhala: කොළඹ තුරඟ තරඟ පිටිය) is a historical harness racing course in the Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo. During the Second World War, it was used as a temporary airfield. In 2012, it was redeveloped as the Colombo Racecourse Sports Complex to become the first International Rugby Union ground in Sri Lanka to host all the national rugby union side's home matches.
Colombo Racecourse Stadium Location in Colombo Colombo Racecourse Stadium Location in Sri Lanka | |
| Location | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 6°54′18.5″N 79°51′50.7″E |
| Capacity | 10,000 |
| Surface | Desso GrassMaster |
| Opened | 1893 |
| Tenants | |
| Colombo FC SLRFU FFSL | |
In 2014, the ground went through a major renovation, which included the installation of floodlights and the conversion of a substantial part of the grandstand into a shopping and dining complex. The ground hosted the 2022 SAFF U-17 Championship.
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