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Karate

Introduced to Malaysia in the 1960s by Japanese instructors and developed by overseas-trained locals, karate experienced a surge in popularity locally in the 1970s with the formation of numerous clubs and associations. Malaysian karate exponents have been winning medals in international competitions since 1985.

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S. Premila celebrates after landing a punch in the women’s kumite 60-kilogram final during the 2002 Asian Games in Busan

S. Premila celebrates after landing a punch in the women’s kumite 60-kilogram final during the 2002 Asian Games in Busan. Premila proceeded to win Malaysia’s first gold medal in an Asian Games karate event.