Race 1 of the MSBK1000 A category delivered an unpredictable and challenging contest during Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA capitalized on the early misfortunes of his main rivals to secure the victory. Despite starting from pole position, Kasma dropped to third off the line. Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM made a brilliant start to snatch the lead, closely followed by Adam Norrodin of AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT. The leading trio quickly pulled a two-second gap over the rest of the field by the second lap. However, the complexion of the race changed rapidly. Adam suddenly suffered a technical issue on Lap 2, forcing him to slow down and return to the pit, though he bravely rejoined later to salvage crucial points. This left Adenanta at the front, pushing the limits and setting the fastest lap of the race at 2’07.923s on Lap 3. Unfortunately, the relentless pace caught out the race leader, and Adenanta crashed at Turn 11, abruptly ending his charge. These back-to-back incidents promoted Kasma into a comfortable lead, with Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman of AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT moving up to second, albeit with a significant 10-second deficit by Lap 5. Mohd Fahmi Abdul Wahaf of FGRT PROJECT ONE settled into a lonely but solid third place. Further down the field, a steady battle for fourth unfolded, concluding on Lap 8 when Law Kien Huey successfully overtook Abhijith Satya Prasad. At the front, Kasma managed his pace carefully over the final laps, crossing the finish line at 21’44.659s. Azlan took second place at 21’53.436s, while Fahmi completed the podium with a time of 22’43.503s. Kasma shared, “Syukur Alhamdulillah, I am just so grateful to finally bring this home. I have to give a massive thank you to my team for preparing such a fantastic machine for this weekend. My start was actually a bit sluggish, and I found myself trailing behind Adenanta and Adam. When Adam had his technical problem, I just tried to shadow Adenanta. Then, seeing him crash out on Lap 3 was a shock, and suddenly I was leading the race.” “From there, it was all about focus, but it was far from easy. With about four laps remaining, I started feeling something unusual with my tires. Panic set in a little bit because I was genuinely afraid I wouldn’t be able to finish the race if I tried to maintain my constant lap times. I had to make the tough call to reduce my pace, manage the gap, and just focus on bringing the bike home in one piece. The relief of seeing the chequered flag was indescribable. It was a stressful finish, but an incredibly rewarding win.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (21’44.659s) 2. AZLAN SHAH KAMARUZAMAN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (21’53.436s) 3. MOHD FAHMI ABDUL WAHAF – FGRT PROJECT ONE (22’43.503s) 4. LAW KIEN HUEY – KHSRT (22’45.756s) 5. ABHIJITH SATYA PRASAD – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (22’46.445s)
Race 1 of the MSBK1000 B category delivered a compelling story of patience and strategy during Round 3 of MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Santhiran A/L Naga Raju of RACEHUB RACING TEAM navigated a shifting leaderboard to claim his fifth consecutive victory, holding off a late challenge from Kamarul Izad Ishak of KHSRT. At the start, polesitter Chau Chi Chuen of B.A TUNING took the early lead, followed closely by his teammate Jeff Chong and Santhiran in third. The race saw its first major turning point on Lap 3 when Jeff suffered a crash. Remarkably, he managed to pick his bike up and rejoin the race in fourth position. The incident shuffled the front of the pack, allowing Santhiran to inherit the lead, with Muhammad Idham Fathris Mazlan of MAGIC PAPAYA RACING TEAM and Kamarul moving into second and third. The middle stages of the race settled into a steady rhythm. Santhiran controlled the pace from Lap 4 through Lap 6, with Idham and Kamarul waiting for their moment to strike. On Lap 7, Idham finally made his move, overtaking Santhiran to claim the front position. The defining moments of the race occurred on Lap 9. After patiently stalking the leader, Santhiran saw his opening and retook the lead. Idham, seemingly struggling with a mechanical issue, rapidly dropped down the order. This opened the door for Kamarul to sweep into second place, while a recovering Jeff Chong fought his way back into third. On the tenth and final lap, Santhiran held his nerve to cross the finish line first with a time of 22’53.347s, narrowly beating Kamarul by just 0.209s. Jeff completed an impressive comeback ride to take the final spot on the podium. Further back, Singapore’s Theva Kumaran made a late charge to finish fourth, with Wesley Lim Shing Shiong rounding out the top five. Santhiran expressed, “To be honest, qualifying was quite stressful and didn’t go as well as we had hoped because we were still trying to figure out a new suspension setup. I felt a lot of doubt creeping in. However, I got a fantastic launch off the line in the race and put myself right in the mix.” “When I was overtaken by Idham later on, I had to force myself not to panic. I decided to stay patient, calm my nerves, and just follow closely behind him. I knew that if I stayed within striking distance, an opportunity might present itself. Eventually, Idham seemed to run into a mechanical issue, which allowed me to take the lead back. Seeing the chequered flag was a massive relief.” “I really want to give a heartfelt thank you to my family, friends, and sponsors. They are my rock. They help keep my mind clear, which allows me to race with true peace of mind, enjoy these battles, and put up a strong fight out there. Looking ahead to tomorrow, I am definitely starting to feel the heavy pressure of keeping this win streak alive, but I am keeping my focus strictly on the overall championship picture. We have a healthy points gap right now, so my main goal for Race 2 is simply to ride smart, manage the risks, and secure another podium for the team.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. SANTHIRAN A/L NAGA RAJU – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (22’53.347s) 2. KAMARUL IZAD ISHAK – KHSRT (22’53.556s) 3. JEFF CHONG – B.A TUNING (23’10.185s) 4. THEVA KUMARAN – SINGAPORE (23’23.793s) 5. WESLEY LIM SHING SHIONG – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (23’28.277s)
Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 officially opened today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. In the MSBK1000 A category, Friday’s Combined Practice sessions saw Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA secured the top spot on the timing sheets. During Free Practice 1 in the morning, Kasma posted a formidable lap of 2’07.191s on just his second tour of the circuit, reaching a top speed of 156.89kph. This early benchmark proved strong enough to stand as the fastest overall time of the day. However, the afternoon session delivered one of the most interesting moments of the weekend so far. In Free Practice 2, Kasma and his closest rival, Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM, recorded the exact same lap time down to the thousandth of a second. Both riders clocked a 2’07.759s on their fifth lap of the session, highlighting just how evenly matched the frontrunners are. Adenanta’s earlier FP1 time of 2’07.611s comfortably secured his position as second fastest in the Combined Practice. Behind the leading duo, veteran rider Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman from AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT steadily improved his pace throughout the day. He found his best rhythm in the afternoon, logging a 2’10.300s during Free Practice 2 to secure third overall. His teammate, Adam Norrodin, took fourth place based on his early FP1 time of 2’11.023s, while Mohd Fahmi Abdul Wahaf representing FGRT PROJECT ONE rounded out the top five with a 2’14.641s effort in the second session. Kasma expressed, “Alhamdulillah, everything went smoothly today, and it is always a good feeling to end Friday on top of the timesheets. Free Practice 1 was quite positive and gave us a strong baseline right away. However, honestly, I am still not entirely satisfied with where we are.” “As a rider, you can feel when there is more speed left on the table, and right now, we haven’t quite unlocked the ideal lap time we know we are capable of reaching. The bike has a lot of potential, but we just need to find that perfect balance.” “Insyaallah, ahead of tomorrow’s Qualifying session, the team and I will carefully look at the data and fine-tune our setup to fix those missing pieces. We need to see how the bike responds to those small adjustments. The competition is incredibly close, as we saw in the afternoon, so we cannot afford to relax. I will be putting in maximum effort to push for a top starting position and fight for a spot on the podium tomorrow.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE 1. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (2’07.191s) 2. MOHAMMAD ADENANTA PUTRA – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (2’07.611s) 3. AZLAN SHAH KAMARUZAMAN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (2’10.300s) 4. ADAM NORRODIN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (2’11.023s) 5. MOHD FAHMI ABDUL WAHAF – FGRT PROJECT ONE (2’14.641s)
The MSBK1000 B category took to the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit today for Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026. Friday’s Combined Practice sessions were defined by the steady and commanding pace of Jeff Chong, who overcame early setup challenges to firmly establish himself as the rider to beat ahead of tomorrow’s qualifying. Representing B.A TUNING, Jeff set the standard early in the day. During Free Practice 1, he found his rhythm quickly, posting a time of 2’15.030s on just his third lap out of seven, reaching a top speed of 147.78kph. This impressive morning run remained untouched for the rest of the day, securing him the top position on the Combined Practice timesheets. Behind him, the battle for the remaining top spots saw significant movement in the afternoon. Santhiran A/L Naga Raju of RACEHUB RACING TEAM made a vital leap during Free Practice 2. After finishing fourth in the morning, Santhiran shaved over a second and a half off his time to clock a 2’16.023s, moving him up to second place overall. Kamarul Izad Ishak of KHSRT held onto third place in the combined standings thanks to his steady 2’16.419s effort from Free Practice 1. Rounding out the top five were Chau Chi Chuen of B.A TUNING, who consistently hovered near the front and secured fourth overall with a 2’16.786s in FP2, and Wesley Lim Shing Shiong of RACEHUB RACING TEAM, who grabbed fifth place with a 2’18.125s in the afternoon session. Jeff said, “During Free Practice 1 today, I managed to find a very clean line right on my early laps. The overall connection with the bike was great from the moment I rolled out of the pit lane. Honestly, the suspension setup felt a bit too soft underneath me, making it slightly tricky to handle in the corners. But despite that discomfort, I pushed through and still managed to set the fastest lap time. It was a relief, but I knew we couldn’t settle if we wanted to stay ahead. “Heading into Free Practice 2, the team and I worked hard to adjust the setup to eliminate that soft feeling. The changes they made were exactly what I needed which gave me so much better feedback from the tires and really boosted my confidence to push the limits safely.” “Tomorrow’s Qualifying we aim to deliver an even better result. Racing at this level is always unpredictable, and the guys behind me are finding their pace, but I am going to push hard and fight with everything I have for the victory.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE 1. JEFF CHONG – B.A TUNING (2’15.030s) 2. SANTHIRAN A/L NAGA RAJU – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (2’16.023s) 3. KAMARUL IZAD ISHAK – KHSRT (2’16.419s) 4. CHAU CHI CHUEN – B.A TUNING (2’16.786s) 5. WESLEY LIM SHING SHIONG – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (2’18.125s)
Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA delivered a strong performance to secure victory in Race 2 of the MSBK1000 A category during Round 2 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. The race got off with Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman of AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT and Kasma made their moves from the front row, but it was Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM who emerged ahead to take control of the opening lap. Adam Norrodin of AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT slotted into fourth position, with Abhijith Satya Prasad of RACEHUB RACING TEAM completing the early top-five order. Adenanta maintained his advantage into Lap 2, with Kasma staying close behind and immediately searching for an opportunity to challenge. Despite an early attempt from the Yamaha rider, Adenanta defended his position strongly to keep the lead. However, Kasma’s pace continued to improve as the race progressed. On Lap 3, the Malaysian rider produced the fastest lap of the race at 2’08.231s before making a decisive move on Adenanta to take over the lead. From there, Kasma began building his advantage, setting another fastest lap on Lap 4 with a stunning 2’07.638s as he looked to break away from the chasing pack. Behind the leader, Adenanta continued his pursuit while Adam maintained third place ahead of Azlan, who remained within striking distance and constantly searching for an opportunity to move into the podium positions. Abhijith continued his consistent run inside the top five. By Lap 6, Kasma had extended his lead, with Adenanta trailing by 2.755s. Despite pushing hard, the Indonesian rider was unable to close the gap, although he recorded an impressive top speed of 291.90kph on Lap 9 in his attempt to challenge for victory. On final lap, Kasma remained composed at the front while Adenanta held second position and Adam faced intense pressure from his own teammate Azlan. Adam successfully defended his position until the chequered flag, securing the final podium spot. Kasma crossed the finish line victorious with a winning time of 21’29.916s, followed by Adenanta in second at 21’33.136s, while Adam completed the podium in third with 21’35.977s. Kasma stated, “Alhamdulillah, winning was definitely my target coming into this race. We knew Adenanta was not at 100% yet, especially after the injury he suffered during the Suzuka 8 Hours, but I see this as a good training opportunity for both of us as we prepare for ARRC Round 4.” “During the race, I wasn’t able to push as much as I wanted, and my pace was not quite at the level of my usual lap times. However, Alhamdulillah, I’m still very grateful to have secured the victory. The race was a good test for me, and it gave me valuable feedback on where we need to improve.” “A huge thank you to my team for their hard work, dedication and continuous support throughout the weekend. This victory gives us great confidence and motivation as we continue preparing for the next challenge ahead.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (21’29.916s) 2. MOHAMMAD ADENANTA PUTRA – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (21’33.136s) 3. ADAM NORRODIN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (21’35.977s) 4. AZLAN SHAH KAMARUZAMAN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (21’36.725s) 5. ABHIJITH SATYA PRASAD – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (22’37.452s)
Santhiran A/L Naga Raju of RACEHUB RACING TEAM continued his remarkable momentum in the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 by completing a flawless weekend at Round 2 of the championship, securing his second consecutive victory in the MSBK1000 B category at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Starting from the front row of the grid, Santhiran made a strong launch off the line to immediately take control of Race 2, leading the field into the opening corners ahead of Kamarul Izad Ishak of KHSRT and Jeff Chong of B. A TUNING. However, the race quickly saw changes in the order after Kamarul and Martin Noh of FGRT PROJECT ONE crashed out, reshaping the battle at the front. Santhiran remained composed despite the pressure behind him, maintaining his pace and controlling the race from the opening laps. By Lap 2, He Junpeng of SILVER STEED RACING TEAM moved into second position, with Jeff Chong following closely in third. The leading group continued to evolve as Junpeng later dropped out of the podium battle on Lap 4, allowing Alvinderjitsingh to move into third place. Santhiran continued to extend his advantage while Jeff Chong settled into second position. Behind them, Alvinderjitsingh, Theva Kumaran from Singapore and Wesley Lim Shing Shiong of RACEHUB RACING TEAM fought closely for the remaining top-five positions, with Wesley eventually moving ahead of Theva on Lap 8. On final lap, Santhiran maintained his focus and delivered a controlled performance to cross the chequered flag first with a winning time of 23’01.415s. Jeff Chong secured second place at 23’09.644s, while Alvinderjitsingh completed the podium in third with 23’21.442s. The victory marked Santhiran’s second win of the weekend, confirming him as the MSBK1000 B Weekend Champion for Round 2 and further strengthening his championship campaign. Santhiran shared, “I was quite nervous actually because previously I did not have the best pace in dry track conditions. Last round, it was wet all the way, so that was my week. This weekend, qualifying went really well as I went out early and managed to secure pole position in MSBK1000 B.” “Today, I was nervous because the weather was perfect and the faster riders were doing 2’15s and 2’16s. I thought they would catch me, but my target was to get a good launch and have a strong first two laps before settling into my own rhythm.” “Thankfully, with God’s blessings and the support from my family, those first two laps were fantastic. After that, I had clear track ahead of me and could focus on maintaining my pace. I saw some incidents happening behind, but for me it became a smooth and enjoyable race. I am extremely grateful to my team and everyone who supported me throughout this weekend. This result means a lot to us.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. SANTHIRAN A/L NAGA RAJU – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (23’01.415s) 2. JEFF CHONG – B. A TUNING (23’09.644s) 3. ALVINDERJITSINGH – MALAYSIA (23’21.442s) 4. WESLEY LIM SHING SHIONG – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (23’28.528s) 5. THEVA KUMARAN – SINGAPORE (23’29.519s)
After a year away from the top step of the podium, Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman of AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT made a triumphant return with a spectacular victory in Race 1 of the MSBK1000 A category during Round 2 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Starting from pole position after setting the fastest qualifying time of 2’15.670s, Azlan launched strongly at the race start and took control of the race lead. Behind him, Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM slotted into second place, followed by Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA, while Azlan’s teammate Adam Norrodin settled into fourth. The leading group quickly formed an intense battle. On Lap 3, the dynamics of the race changed when Adenanta served his Long Lap Penalty, allowing Kasma and Adam to move forward. With Azlan continuing to lead, Kasma began applying increasing pressure from second position, setting a series of fastest laps in pursuit of the race leader. Kasma’s impressive pace saw him reduce the gap dramatically, recording a 2’14.244s lap on Lap 5 to move within just 0.114s of Azlan. Despite the relentless pressure from Kasma, Azlan remained calm and defended his position with precision. As the race entered its final stages, the battle intensified further, with Adam and Adenanta also fighting closely for the remaining podium positions. On the final lap, Kasma continued to challenge for the victory, setting the fastest lap of the race at 2’10.884s, while Adam attempted to make a move but was unable to break through. Azlan held his ground until the chequered flag to secure an emotional victory with a total race time of 22’26.031s. Kasma finished just 0.717s behind in second place with 22’26.748s, while Adam completed the podium for AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT after crossing the line in 22’26.957s. Adenanta and Mohd Fahmi Abdul Wahaf of FGRT PROJECT ONE completed the top five. Azlan commented, “It feels amazing to win again after such a long time away from the top step. Since taking a one-year break, this victory means a lot to me and the whole team. It’s a very special feeling because we have worked so hard to come back stronger. “The race was extremely challenging because the conditions were difficult, with some parts of the track wet and others dry. It was not easy to find the perfect rhythm, so I had to stay focused, manage the bike carefully and make sure I didn’t take unnecessary risks. “My strategy was to stay close to the front, understand the conditions and wait for the right moment. At one point, I saw Kasma making a move to overtake me, but I managed to fight back, regain the position and from there I pushed even harder until the chequered flag. “Alhamdulillah, this victory was beyond my expectations because I expected the battle to continue all the way until the final corner. I want to congratulate Kasma and all the riders for such a great fight today. Most importantly, I want to thank my team for preparing an amazing bike, especially in these difficult conditions. Their hard work and support made this victory possible.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. AZLAN SHAH KAMARUZAMAN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (22’26.031s) 2. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (22’26.748s) 3. ADAM NORRODIN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (22’26.957s) 4. MOHAMMAD ADENANTA PUTRA – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (22’27.414s) 5. MOHD FAHMI ABDUL WAHAF – FGRT PROJECT ONE (23’26.446s)
Malaysian rider Santhiran A/L Naga Raju of RACEHUB RACING TEAM continued his impressive momentum in the Round 2 of MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 by securing a hard-fought victory in Race 1 of the MSBK1000 B category at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. As the race started, Santhiran made a strong getaway to lead the opening lap. However, the battle at the front quickly intensified as Kamarul Izad Ishak of KHSRT mounted a strong challenge, taking over the lead on Lap 2. The opening laps saw constant position changes as Santhiran remained within striking distance of Kamarul, while Martin Noh of FGRT PROJECT ONE, He Junpeng of SILVER STEED RACING TEAM, and Jeff Chong of B. A TUNING fought closely behind. Santhiran showed patience and race maturity as he stayed behind Kamarul, carefully studying his rival’s pace before making his move on Lap 4 to reclaim the lead. However, the battle was far from over as Kamarul responded strongly on Lap 5, briefly returning to the front. With only 0.394s separating the two riders on Lap 6, the intensity continued to rise. Santhiran eventually made his decisive move on Lap 7, overtaking Kamarul once again and immediately began building his advantage at the front. Despite the changing track conditions following earlier rain, Santhiran remained composed and managed the tricky surface confidently. As the circuit continued to dry, the Malaysian rider improved his pace lap by lap, controlling the race until the chequered flag to claim the victory at 23’29.050s. Kamarul crossed the finish line in second place, just 3.674s behind the winner, while He Junpeng of SILVER STEED RACING TEAM completed the podium after a strong and consistent performance. Alvinderjitsingh from MALAYSIA and Jeff Chong of B. A TUNING rounded out the top five. Santhiran shared, “It was a really good race overall. I was happy with my qualifying performance earlier in the morning because I managed to go out just before the rain arrived, which allowed me to secure a strong starting position and build confidence for the race. My plan was to get a good launch and stay with the front group in the opening laps, and thankfully I managed to do that.” “I was able to race with the MSBK1000 A riders for about three laps, which was a great experience as I could learn from their pace and riding style. After that, I focused on my own rhythm and maintained a consistent pace. When Kamarul overtook me, I stayed behind him, studied his pace and waited for the right opportunity before making my move. Once I got ahead, I concentrated on maintaining my pace until the finish.” “The track conditions continued improving as the surface became drier, and my lap times kept getting better, which gave me more confidence to push. Overall, it was a very positive race, and this victory means a lot to me. I want to thank my family, friends, sponsors and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. Their encouragement gives me the motivation to keep improving and fighting for more strong results.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. SANTHIRAN A/L NAGA RAJU – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (23’29.050s) 2. KAMARUL IZAD ISHAK – KHSRT (23’32.724s) 3. HE JUNPENG – SILVER STEED RACING TEAM (23’49.270) 4. ALVINDERJITSINGH – MALAYSIA (23’57.470s) 5. JEFF CHONG – B. A TUNING (24’05.867s)
Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA delivered a strong opening performance in the MSBK1000 A category after dominating the combined practice standings on the first day of Round 2 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Kasma set the pace in both Free Practice sessions, showcasing impressive speed and consistency despite continuing to adapt to significant updates made to his machine ahead of the weekend. Kasma began Friday’s sessions by topping Free Practice 1 with a lap time of 2’08.611s before raising the benchmark further in the afternoon session. The Malaysian rider produced the fastest lap of the day in Free Practice 2 with a blistering 2’07.508s effort, while also recording the highest top speed in the category at 156.5kph. His dominant performance placed him 0.951 seconds clear at the top of the combined standings, giving HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA a strong start. However, the fight behind Kasma remained highly competitive, with Indonesia’s Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM emerging as the closest challenger after a strong showing in Free Practice 2. The Indonesian rider improved throughout the day to secure second overall with a best lap of 2’08.459s. AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT continued to demonstrate strong pace with two riders inside the top four. Adam Norrodin, who finished second fastest in Free Practice 1, secured third overall with a best time of 2’09.255s, while teammate Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman completed the top four after setting a lap of 2’09.838s in Free Practice 2. Osama Mareai of OSAMA RACING TEAM rounded out the top five overall after recording a best lap of 2’12.427s during the opening practice session. Kasma commented, “Alhamdulillah, today’s Free Practice results were positive, and I’m grateful that we were able to finish the day in a good position. However, we still haven’t found the perfect setup yet because there have been many changes to the motorcycle, especially with the engine and the upgraded winglet.” “The new winglet is something that we need to understand properly because it’s not just about installing it and immediately getting the best performance. We need to find the right balance, understand how it affects the bike and adjust the setup to suit my riding style. Today was challenging because the feeling of the bike was different, and I needed time to adapt and regain full confidence.” “However, this is only Free Practice, and we still have Qualifying tomorrow where we can continue working and improving. The team has done a great job, and I appreciate all their effort in helping me adapt to these changes. We will keep pushing, analyse today’s data and try our best to improve further tomorrow.” TOP 5 FASTEST – FREE PRACTICE (COMBINED) 1. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (2’07.508s) 2. MOHAMMAD ADENANTA PUTRA – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (2’08.459s) 3. ADAM NORRODIN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (2’09.255s) 4. AZLAN SHAH KAMARUZAMAN – AMI SUZUKI MOTORSPORT (2’09.838s) 5. OSAMA MAREAI – OSAMA RACING TEAM (2’12.427s)
Martin Noh of FGRT PROJECT ONE made an early statement of intent in the MSBK1000 B category after topping the combined practice standings on the opening day of Round 2 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship 2026 at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Martin showcased strong pace and adaptability throughout both Free Practice sessions to emerge as the rider to beat heading into Saturday’s Qualifying. He set the fastest time in both sessions, underlining his consistency and confidence as he continues to chase a strong result in one of the most competitive categories on the grid. Martin began the day by setting the benchmark in Free Practice 1 with a lap time of 2’16.273s before raising the pace further in the afternoon session. Despite experiencing a crash at Turn 4 during Free Practice 2, he bounced back strongly to record the fastest lap of the day with a 2’15.595s effort, while also clocking the highest top speed in the category at 147.16kph. His performance placed him 1.537 seconds clear at the top of the combined standings, giving FGRT PROJECT ONE a strong foundation heading into the crucial Qualifying session. B. A TUNING’s rider Jeff Chong emerged as Martin’s closest challenger, finishing second overall with a best lap of 2’17.132s set during Free Practice 1. Jeff showed impressive consistency throughout the day, remaining among the front runners in both sessions as he continues his pursuit of a strong weekend result. RACEHUB RACING TEAM’s Santhiran A/L Naga Raju also delivered another encouraging performance after securing third overall with a best lap of 2’17.315s in Free Practice 2. Fresh from his impressive debut performance earlier in the season, where he immediately established himself as a contender, Santhiran continued to demonstrate his growing confidence and speed in the MSBK1000 B category. KHSRT rider Kamarul Izad Ishak completed the top four overall, while RACEHUB RACING TEAM’s Wesley Lim Shing Shiong rounded out the top five after setting his best time in Free Practice 1. Martin stated, “I’m really happy to finish as the fastest rider today. It feels great to be able to show strong pace, especially here at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit with my team. However, the day was not completely easy because I had a crash at Turn 4 during Free Practice 2, and we are still working on understanding the Dunlop tyres better.” “The feeling with the tyres is different, so we need more time and more laps to fully adapt and find the best combination with the bike. Every session is important because we are learning and improving step by step. I want to thank my team for their hard work, commitment and continuous support throughout the day.” “Our target now is to keep improving the bike setup and prepare as well as possible for Qualifying. The goal is to start Race 1 from the front of the grid, so tomorrow will be another important challenge. We will give our best, stay focused and fight for the best possible position.” TOP 5 FASTEST – FREE PRACTICE (COMBINED) 1. MARTIN NOH – FGRT PROJECT ONE (2’15.595s) 2. JEFF CHONG – B. A TUNING (2’17.132s) 3. SANTHIRAN A/L NAGA RAJU – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (2’17.315s) 4. KAMARUL IZAD ISHAK – KHSRT (2’17.481s) 5. WESLEY LIM SHING SHIONG – RACEHUB RACING TEAM (2’18.022s)