Opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING bagged the win in Race 1 of the MSBK250 A category. In qualifying, Irfan Haykhal Amidi of Honda Racing Malaysia clocked the fastest lap at 2’24:739s, followed by Ahmad Afif Amran of SuperFast JRT x Rapido at 2’25:034s, and his teammate Md Akid Aziz at 2’25:561s. Haykhal made a strong start, with Afif and Irfan Ardiansyah trailing closely in P2 and P3. By Lap 4, Irfan hit 180.9km/h, overtaking both riders to lead. On Lap 7, the top three riders had created a 5:086s gap from the rest. Akid in P4 was at least 9 seconds ahead of the next rider. Irfan won the race at 19’35:767s. Afif finished second at 19’35:932s, and Haykhal third at 19’36:024s. Irfan said, “Huge thanks to my team for setting up the bike so well. I just pushed from the start and maintained focus throughout. I’m truly grateful for this win — it really made my day!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. Irfan Ardiansyah – MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING (19’35:767s) 2. Ahmad Afif Amran – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (19’35:932s) 3. Irfan Haykhal Amidi – Honda Racing Malaysia (19’36:024s) 4. Md Akid Aziz – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (19’40:447s) 5. Gao Ziang – One For All (19’58:367s)
Race 1 of the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM took the win in the MSBK250 B category. Qayyim led strongly from the start, quickly creating a gap. Behind him, Kabilesh Rajini of TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 and Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BAT battled for P2. Kabilesh’s podium hopes ended early when he crashed on Lap 3. Qayyim secured the win at 20’31:800s. On the final turn, Carlsen overtook Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE, finishing second at 20’43:641s, with Huang taking third at 20’43:972s. Qayyim said, “In the race, I just focused on maintaining my pace at the front to build a gap. Alhamdulillah, I managed to take the top spot on the podium today. I’m looking forward to Race 2 tomorrow!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM (20’31:800s) 2. Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BAT (20’43:641s) 3. Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE (20’43:972s) 4. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin – Lady Boss Racing Team (20’59:900s) 5. Zakwan Anas Azizulkhairi – TRIPLE A GARAGE (21’10:886s)
Race 1 of the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP unfolded at the iconic PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit today, where Md Akid Md Shah Khearul Nisian of PS RACING TEAM claimed victory in the YAMAHA Y16ZR Race MasterClass category. Earlier today during the qualifying session, Ahmad Iqram Danish Ahmad Ghazali of BAN HWA MOTORSPORT clocked the fastest lap at 2’53:262s, giving him a solid advantage for the race. The second-fastest was Mohd Ikram Dani Mohd Esa of LKT RACING at 2’53:286s, followed by Md Akid Md Shah Khearul Nisian of PS RACING TEAM with a time of 2’54:606s. Iqram took the early lead once the race began, followed by Ikram Dani at P2 and Raiyan Khardanee Md Sanusi of T.K.WONG RACING in P3. The race was intensely competitive, with frequent position changes lap after lap as riders battled fiercely for the top spot. Among those who stood out in the front group were Raiyan, Muhd Al Syafiq Muhd Al Amirul Zaki of ALL BIKES, and Md Aqil Danial Nasrul of P D BAN HIN RACING, who held their positions amid heavy pressure. On the final lap, the intensity peaked as the lead pack began overtaking aggressively. Akid emerged from the chaos to cross the finish line first with a time of 17’51:651s. Akid said, “In the race just now, I focused on maintaining my pace while staying behind the front group to look for opportunities in the corners. I pushed hard on the final lap to go for the win. Honestly, I didn’t expect to win, but I gave it my all—and Alhamdulillah, it paid off today!” Taking second place was Al Syafiq at 17’51:998s, while Ahmad Jebat Zulkarnain of HK MOTOR secured third at 17’52:035s. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. Md Akid Md Shah Khearul Nisian – PS RACING TEAM (17’51:651s) 2. Muhd Al Syafiq Muhd Al Amirul Zaki – ALL BIKES (17’51:998s) 3. Ahmad Jebat Zulkarnain – HK MOTOR (17’52:035s) 4. Md Afiq Md Hamdan – HIAP AIK RACING TEAM (17’52:330s) 5. Md Arrfan Ashraf Mohd Mazlan – KHM SHAH ALAM (17’52:405s)
The opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Muhd Izam Ikmal Izamli of GTMAX took the win today in Race 1 of the Berjaya Sompo YAMAHA R15M Race Elites category. During the qualifying session this morning, Asyraff Zaquan Zainal Raif of TKC Racing posted the fastest lap time at 2’52:433s. The second-fastest was Muhd Khairi Asyraf Mahmood of SINGDECA DYNAMIC at 2’52:490s, followed by Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak of XL MOTOR with a time of 2’53:175s. Izam led the group at the race start. Although he was overtaken a few times, he managed to reclaim the lead with determination. It was a tightly contested battle throughout, and with such a narrow gap between riders, it was difficult to predict the winner. By Lap 6, Md Adie Putra Sukarno of WELLY ASSORTED RAWANG RACING TEAM surged to the front, picking up speed to distance himself from the pack. On the final straight, just as Adie looked set to clinch the victory, Izam executed a perfectly timed move to overtake and cross the finish line first with a time of 20’22:541s. Adie finished second at 20’22:579s, followed by Muhd Iqbal Amri Abdul Malek of HENN BIKERS RACING at 20’22:668s. Izam said, “I just focused on my pace and, as always, tried to maintain the gap with the other riders. But it wasn’t easy, especially in this one-make category. At one point, I was stuck in the middle of the group—it was aggressive racing with riders on all sides. I was lucky on the last lap to get a really good slipstream and gave it that extra push. I’m also thankful to Adie for the slipstream that helped me cross the finish line first.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. Muhd Izam Ikmal Izamli – GTMAX (20’22:541s) 2. Md Adie Putra Sukarno – WELLY ASSORTED RAWANG RACING TEAM (20‘22:579s) 3. Muhd Iqbal Amri Abdul Malek – HENN BIKERS RACING (20‘22:668s) 4. Arash Tsunami Kamarudin – KOK HWA RACING (20’22:677s) 5. Md Shafiq Ezzariq – ADVANCE VERTEX RACING (20’22:758s)
AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP returns for a brand-new season with AEON Credit Service (M) Berhad as its title sponsor in partnership with PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit (SIC). The partnership, formalised through the signing of the Letter of Understanding (LoU), officially kicked-off since Round 1 and will continue throughout the season. Mr Shafriman, Chief Executive Officer of SIC said, “The partnership is a reflection of AEON Credit’s long-term commitment towards the growth and development of Malaysian motorsport, particularly in the two-wheel racing scene which seeks to nurture young and emerging riders. As a market leader in the 2-wheeler financing, the partnership further emphasises and demonstrates AEON Credit’s role not just as a sponsor but as a key partner in developing and engaging the local motorsport community. This, we believe will strengthen the championship’s standing as Malaysia’s premier national superbike series with pathways towards international racing platforms. AEON Credit will be actively involved throughout the season in various on-ground engagements and community-related initiatives.” Ron Hogg, Promotions Director of the championship said, “The partnership with AEON Credit fundamentally enhances the presence of the championship and extends its recognition beyond the local grounds. Our goal as the official promoter has always revolved around recognising the capacities and alleviating the interest to a wider demography beyond the existing regions. Last season, we achieved a new benchmark with a total of 13 participating countries and through this partnership, we hope to further accentuate the championship as a platform that brings together more nations in realising the diversity and inclusivity of motorsport. Along with that, we also hope that with the shared aspirations of taking the two-wheels industry to greater heights, we will be able to foster an impactful and sustainable ecosystem for all those directly and indirectly involved in the championship.”
The MSBK1000 A category at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, where Azroy Hakeem Anuar of Honda Racing Malaysia emerged as the fastest overall in the combined practice sessions. Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of Hong Leong Yamaha Malaysia led the way in Practice 1, setting the fastest lap time of 2’07:574s. He was followed by Azroy in second with a time of 2’07:883s, and Lachlan Epis of Savitar Team Asia in third at 2’08:037s. In Practice 2, Azroy further improved his performance, posting a best lap time of 2’06:975s, reaching a top speed of 157.16 km/h to take the lead. Kasma placed second after setting a lap time of 2’07:400s, just 0:425s behind Azroy. Muhammad Helmi Azman of Honda Racing Malaysia, meanwhile, posted the third-fastest lap time of 2’07:659s. With the combined results from both practice sessions, Azroy was the fastest overall, while Kasma placed second and Helmi took third. Azroy commented, “I’m happy with the results, I managed to improve my lap time from FP1. I’m looking forward to enjoying the race this weekend.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Azroy Hakeem Anuar – Honda Racing Malaysia (2’06:975s) 2. Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin – Hong Leong Yamaha Malaysia (2’07:400s) 3. Muhammad Helmi Azman – Honda Racing Malaysia (2’07:659s) 4. Lachlan Epis – Savitar Team Asia (2’07:921s) 5. Adam Norrodin – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (2’09:025s)
The practice sessions in the MSBK1000 B category at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, where Law Kien Huey of KHSRT topped the combined practice sessions. In Practice 1, Kien Huey set the fastest lap time of 2’20:701s, placing him in first position. Tengku Irfan Affandy from Malaysia followed in second with a time of 2’20:933s, while Theva Kumaran of Mobilub Suzuki Racing Team took third place with a time of 2’21:129s. In Practice 2, Kien Huey maintained first position with the fastest lap time of 2’20:978s. He JunPeng of Silver Steed Racing Team came in second with a time of 2’21:648s, while Theva finished in third place with a time of 2’22:546s. After the combined results, Kien Huey emerged as the fastest overall, with Tengku Irfan in second and Theva in third. Kien Huey commented, “Today, I feel that my lap time was not bad, but I still believe there’s room for improvement. So, I hope I can do better in tomorrow’s Qualifying session.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Law Kien Huey – KHSRT (2’20:701s) 2. Teuku Irfan Affandy – Malaysia (2’20:933s) 3. Theva Kumaran – Mobilub Suzuki Racing Team (2’21:129s) 4. He JunPeng – Silver Steed Racing Team (2’21:648s) 5. Alvinderjitsingh – Horizon Racing Team (2’23:244s)
The MSBK600 category at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, held today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, saw Khairul Idham Pawi from Honda Racing Malaysia top the combined practice sessions. Khairul emerged fastest in Practice 1, setting a best lap time of 2’11:814s. Farres Putra Mohd Fadhil of Hong Leong Yamaha Malaysia followed in second with a time of 2’15:404s, while Cao Viet Nam from Vietnam secured third place with a time of 2’16:285s. In Practice 2, Khairul once again led the pack, with his lap time of 2’12:071s, achieving a speed of 151.09 km/h on lap 10. Farres remained in second with a time of 2’14:042s, just 1.971s behind Khairul, while Cao Viet Nam finished in third with a time of 2’15:382s. The combined results from both practice sessions confirmed Khairul as the fastest overall, with Farres in second and Viet Nam in third. Khairul commented, “Today, I tried many things on my bike, but we didn’t get the setup that I want. Because compared to FP1, my lap time was slower. Tomorrow in the Qualifying session we will try another setup and hopefully we will achieve our targeted lap time.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Khairul Idham Pawi – Honda Racing Malaysia (2’11:814s) 2. Farres Putra Mohd Fadhil – Hong Leong Yamaha Malaysia (2’14:042s) 3. Cao Viet Nam – Viet Nam (2’15:382s) 4. Zhou FengLong – Silver Steed Racing Team (2’18:268s) 5. Chiang Chih Ying – Chinese Taipei (2’20:091s)
The MSBK250 A category at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, held today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, saw Muhd Irfan Haykhal Amidi of Honda Racing Malaysia top the combined practice sessions. In Practice 1, Irfan led the pack with a blistering lap time of 2’26:433s. Ahmad Afif Amran of SuperFast JRT x Rapido secured second place with a time of 2’27:052s, followed closely by Gao Ziang of One For All in third at 2’29:102s. In Practice 2, Irfan Haykhal maintained his position at the top after improving his lap time to 2’25:824s. This put him ahead of Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING, who set a time of 2’26:739s, 0:915s behind Irfan Haykhal, in second place. Gao Ziang placed third after clocking a lap time of 2’27:518s. The combined results saw Irfan Haykhal as the fastest overall, followed by Irfan Ardiansyah in second and Afif in third. Irfan commented, “I am quite satisfied with my overall performance today. I tried to set the best lap time for today, and I did it after making some changes to the suspension and sprocket, and everything went smoothly. I hope I can maintain this momentum in tomorrow’s race.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Md Irfan Haykhal Amidi – Honda Racing Malaysia (2’25:824s) 2. Irfan Ardiansyah – MAEZTRO NWN TUS SCK HONDA RACING (2’26:739s) 3. Ahmad Afif Amran – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (2’27:052s) 4. Gao Ziang – One For All (2’27:518s) 5. Md Akid Aziz – SuperFast JRT x Rapido (2’27:699s)
The MSBK250 B category saw Qayyim Razin Razali of Horizon Racing Team emerge as the fastest overall in the combined practice sessions at the opening round of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, held today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. In Practice 1, Qayyim led the field with a fastest lap of 2’33:075s. He was followed by Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan of Team RACR CASTROL POWER1, who clocked 2’33:589s, and Huang Pin-Hung from Chinese Taipei, who took third place with a time of 2’34:466s. In Practice 2, Qayyim improved his lap time to 2’33:313s, reaching a speed of 130.16 km/h on lap 4 to lead the session. China rider Ke Huanni of TRIPLE A GARAGE followed closely in second place with a time of 2’35:204s, achieving a speed of 128.57 km/h on lap 3. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin of Lady Boss Racing Team finished in third place with a time of 2’35:313s. The combined results from both sessions saw Qayyim finish as the fastest overall, followed by Kabilesh in second and Huang Pin-Hung in third. Qayyim commented, “I am happy with my results today. However, I will make sure to improve further to maintain my position at the top. I am excited for tomorrow’s race and I am aiming for a podium finish.” Top 5 Fastest – Free Practice (Combined) 1. Qayyim Razin Razali – Horizon Racing Team (2’33:075s) 2. Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan – Team RACR CASTROL POWER1 (2’33:589s) 3. Huang Pin-Hung – Chinese Taipei (2’34:466s) 4. Ke Huanni – China (2’34:510s) 5. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin – Lady Boss Racing Team (2’35:313s)