The Race 1 of Round 4 in the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP’s MSBK250 B category at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit saw a dominant performance from Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM, who surged to a convincing win. At the start, Qayyim made an impressive launch to lead the pack, followed closely by Khairul Firdaus Kadzim from Malaysia, Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE in P3, Kabilesh Rajini of TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 in P4, and Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING in P5. Through the opening laps, Qayyim maintained a strong pace at the front, with Firdaus, Pin-Hung, Kabilesh, and Carlsen closely trailing. By Lap 5, Kabilesh had overtaken Pin-Hung, setting up an intense battle for the podium. On Lap 6, Kabilesh moved past Firdaus to claim second position, while Firdaus, Pin-Hung, and Carlsen continued to contest fiercely behind. Qayyim remained unchallenged at the front, demonstrating remarkable consistency and control, ultimately crossing the finish line in 20’06.792s. Kabilesh secured second in 20’23.247s, with Firdaus completing the podium in 20’23.493s. Qayyim said, “Alhamdulillah, in today’s race, I focused on maintaining and staying consistent within the leading group, and Alhamdulillah, I managed to finish in first place. I didn’t expect to win because my bike had some issues, but thanks to the hard work of my mechanics, this is the result.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. QAYYIM RAZIN RAZALI – HORIZON RACING TEAM (20 :06.792s) 2. KABILESH RAJINI – TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 (20 :23.247s) 3. KHAIRUL FIRDAUS KADZIM – MALAYSIA (20 :23.493s) 4. HUANG PIN-HUNG – TRIPLE A GARAGE (20 :23.991s) 5. CALRSEN JACOB SOLIS – SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING (20 :24.261s)
Round 4 of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP got underway today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, with Md Syamil Amsyar M Iffende of HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA emerging as the fastest rider overall in the MSBK250 A category in the combined practice sessions. In Free Practice 1, Syamil immediately made his mark by posting a fastest lap of 2’26.553s, reaching a top speed of 136.16km/h. He was closely followed by Ahmad Afif Amran of SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO in second with 2’26.594s, while MD Akid Aziz of SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO secured third at 2’26.915s. Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING and Reynaidi Pradana of REY RACING SPEED completed the top five. Free Practice 2 saw Syamil further improve his pace, clocking 2’26.085s to maintain the session’s top position. Afif remained consistent in second with 2’26.640s, while Akid continued in third at 2’26.978s. Irfan closely followed in fourth with 2’27.029s, and Ngo Nguyen Viet Tuan of HONDA RACING VIE TEAM rounded out the top five. With the combined results from both practice sessions, Syamil topped the overall timesheets ahead of Afif and Akid, while Irfan and Viet Tuan completed the top five fastest riders of the day. Syamil shared, “Alhamdulillah, I’m riding the R3 in the MSBK250 category for the very first time. Today, I’m still fine-tuning the bike setup to get fully comfortable with it. I’m determined to perform better in tomorrow’s Qualifying and Race 1.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – FREE PRACTICE (COMBINED) 1. MD SYAMIL AMSYAR M IFFENDE – HONG LEONG YAMAHA MALAYSIA (2’26.085s) 2. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO (2’26.594s) 3. MD AKID AZIZ – SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO (2’26.915s) 4. IRFAN ARDIANSYAH – MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING (2’27.029s) 5. NGO NGUYEN VIET TUAN – HONDA RACING VIE TEAM (2’27.212s)
Round 4 of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP kicked off at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit today, with Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM dominating the MSBK250 B category to emerge as the fastest rider in the combined Free Practice classification. The opening Free Practice 1 saw strong competition at the front, led by Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING, who clocked a 2’31.890s to top the session. Qayyim stayed close in second with 2’32.110s, while Huang Pin-Hung of TRIPLE A GARAGE secured third. Kabilesh Rajini of TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 and Saidatul Zakirah Zairin of LADY BOSS RACING TEAM completed the top five. In Free Practice 2, Qayyim turned the tide emphatically, launching himself to the top of the timesheets with an impressive 2’30.919s. Solis remained in close contention with 2’31.157s, just 0.238s behind. Huang showed consistent pace to retain third, followed by Kabilesh and Khairul Firdaus Kadzim in fifth. With the combined classification factoring in the fastest laps from both sessions, Qayyim claimed first overall with 2’30.919s, edging Solis by 0.238 seconds. Huang rounded out the top three, as the category continued to showcase tight competition among regional talents. Qayyim reflected, “Alhamdulillah, today I managed to record the fastest times in both Free Practice 1 and Free Practice 2. I’m still working to refine the bike setup ahead of Qualifying and Race 1, and it’s been a challenge, but we’re making progress. I’ve started to find improvements step by step, especially with the suspension and overall riding feel, so now the focus is fully on tomorrow’s mission. I can see the potential to secure a hat trick, and I want to keep this momentum going and finish both races strongly. I’ll continue to push and work hard. The bike still has a little more to give, and I’m hoping for even bigger improvements tomorrow.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – FREE PRACTICE (COMBINED) 1. QAYYIM RAZIN RAZALI – HORIZON RACING TEAM (2’30.919s) 2. CARLSEN JACOB SOLIS – SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING (2’31.157s) 3. HUANG PIN-HUNG – TRIPLE A GARAGE (2’31.739s) 4. KABILESH RAJINI – TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 (2’32.816s) 5. KHAIRUL FIRDAUS KADZIM – MALAYSIA (2’33.041s)
Round 4 of the AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP will be held at Sepang International Circuit this weekend. Ahmad Afif Amran of SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO is one-step ahead and may just be the next champion in the MSBK250 A race category. At 24-point difference with his closest contender, Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING TEAM, Afif has to plan his moves carefully, further accentuate his riding techniques and manage his machine exceptionally to avoid the possibilities of being trumped. The Malaysian rider is no stranger to the circuit ground which gives him an added advantage considering the mileage he has clocked in. The familiarity coupled with his years of experience in professional riding, Afif seemed to have it all covered. Apart from that, Afif also has the upper-hand in terms of competency considering his performance throughout the season with three wins and two other podium-finish. Irfan is not bad himself with five podium-finish including one win. The competition between them is bound to get heated at the season finale and Afif has to definitely play his cards well to avoid Irfan’s pressure and tricks. The question is, can Afif deflect the pressure and stay focused to claim the ultimate prize? Commenting on the race, Afif said, “It is quite hard to describe – the strategies on the race situation and the plans to overcome the mounting pressure. I prefer to be prepared in all aspects and stay cautious. There are many highly competitive riders in the race category. Irfan specifically has a very good riding technique. Perhaps the Honda machine is more stable than the Yamaha when taking the corners so I need to continuously be alert on the possible outcomes. I don’t really want to think too much of the championship points at this point of time. The aim is to keep my focus on each race and give my best.” “I believe though that my advantage comes from my machine being faster as we have already found the right setup and the rhythm needed for Sepang. The preparations too are pretty much the same. There are no major changes in that sense. I am confident for the coming race. However, I also know that racing is not only about skills. It also takes into account the play of luck. I can only hope that the race will go on smoothly for me and my team without any major disruptions. My target for next season is to continue enhancing my skills aboard the 250cc machine and compete ARRC’s AP250 race category.”
Round 4 of the AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP will be held at Sepang International Circuit this weekend. Can Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM repeat his victorious moves at the season finale of the MSBK250 B race category. Highly-competitive and strikingly skilled, Qayyim replicated his double-win act from Round 2 in Round 3 when he took home yet another Weekend Champion title. But again, that doesn’t come as a surprise considering his double-win in Round 1 too. Qayyim has definitely mastered the techniques and re-defined the benchmark for the MSBK250 B race category. With six wins to his name, the only expectation is nothing but a double-win before the curtains close and unless there is an encounter with an unfortunate incident, Qayyim definitely has what it takes to make it. Commenting on the race, Qayyim said, “I believe that my riding skills, experience and overall fitness have helped me come this far. These are essential in racing for a rider and maintaining a good help and enhancing my riding techniques over time have really helped me stay consistent and perform my best in all the races. The MSBK250 B race category, although it runs concurrently with the A group, has been a great platform for me to continuously improve. I am given the opportunity to fight alongside professional riders – which consequently helped me grow further beyond my boundaries.” “Currently, my closest rival would be Carlsen Solis. He has a good pace and is highly competitive. He is definitely one that I have to keep my eyes on during the race. Of course, there are the other riders as well so, the most important thing is to stay focused despite the rivalries so that I can minimise errors. My goal right now is to win over the weekend once again but at the same time, I would also like to progressively improve and work towards becoming a professional rider.” In terms of preparations, Qayyim said, “I’ve been focused on becoming stronger physically and mentally. I also make sure that I maintain good team work and communication with my mechanic to ensure everything runs smoothly. So far, I have managed to take the weekend champion title from Round 1 to Round 3. The next goal would be to secure the overall championship title. I want to compete in the MSBK250 A race category and hopefully, next year, I would be able to find a spot in it and compete with at a different level of competency and rivalry.”
Race 2 of Round 3 in the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP saw the MSBK250 A class deliver another thrilling contest at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, where Ahmad Afif Amran of SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO emerged victorious after a hard-fought battle. From the race start, Afif wasted no time in charging to the front at the first corner, leaving behind his teammate Md Akid Aziz, who was locked in a close fight with Reynaidi Pradana of REY RACING SPEED and Sai Rahil Pillarisetty of TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 for the final podium spot. Meanwhile, Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING mounted a fierce challenge on Afif, with Akid soon joining the leading group. Adding more drama to the mix, Md Irfan Haykhal Amidi of HONDA RACING MALAYSIA, who had started way back from grid 25, stunned the field by clocking the fastest lap of the race at 2’24.887s to break into the leading pack in P5. By Lap 7, Afif remained firmly in control, though Akid’s attempts to overtake Irfan were quickly shut down as the Indonesian rider defended his ground while still pushing to close in on the leader. The decisive moment came on the final lap when Irfan Ardiansyah suffered a crash, opening the door for Akid to climb into second position. At the front, Afif executed his strategy flawlessly to claim victory in 19’35.739s, followed by Akid in 19’39.588s, while Irfan Haykhal capped off a sensational comeback with a podium finish in 19’42.451s, ahead of Reynaidi and Sai. Afif commented, “Alhamdulillah, I’m grateful to have taken the top spot on the podium today. With yesterday’s unpredictable weather, we didn’t have much data for wet conditions during the race. We managed to gather a bit of data yesterday, but thankfully the weather was good today. At the start, I tried to push, but my tyres didn’t allow me to go all out as the grip felt very loose both front and rear. So, I decided to save my tyres first and only pushed hard in the last three laps. On the final lap, I went all out, and thankfully the strategy worked perfectly, I managed to win today’s race.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO (19’35.739s) 2. MD AKID AZIZ – SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO (19’39.588s) 3. MD IRFAN HAYKHAL AMIDI – HONDA RACING MALAYSIA (19’42.451s) 4. REYNAIDI PRADANA – REY RACING SPEED (19’42.734s) 5. SAI RAHIL PILLARISETTY – REY RACING SPEED (19’54.721s)
PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit played host to another electrifying battle in Race 2 of the MSBK250 B class, as Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM delivered a commanding performance to not only win the race but also clinch the title of Weekend Champion at Round 3 of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. From the race start, Qayyim launched himself straight into the lead, immediately distancing himself from the chasing pack of Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING, Khairul Firdaus Kadzim from Malaysia, and TRIPLE A GARAGE duo Ke Huanni and Zakwan Anas Azizulkhairi. By mid-race, Qayyim’s relentless pace allowed him to build a massive 5-second gap from the rest of the field, leaving no doubts about his control at the front. On Lap 5, Saidatul Zakirah Zairin of LADY BOSS RACING TEAM impressed by overtaking Huanni to climb into fourth place, showcasing her determination against the mixed grid. Qayyim eventually crossed the line unchallenged in 20’00.943s, sealing a dominant victory and capping off Round 3 as the Weekend Champion. Carlsen secured second in 20’37.225s, while Firdaus clinched the final podium spot in 20’44.227s. Qayyim shared, “Today’s race was really intense. My target was to follow the second group of A class, but honestly, I didn’t expect to win or improve this much, especially since I’ve not been feeling well this week due to a fever. Alhamdulillah, I’m grateful for this result. A big thank you to my team for providing me with a strong machine, and to all the supporters who have been cheering for me.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. QAYYIM RAZIN RAZALI – HORIZON RACING TEAM (20’00.943s) 2. CALRSEN JACOB SOLIS – SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING (20’37.225s) 3. KHAIRUL FIRDAUS KADZIM – MALAYSIA (20’44.227s) 4. KE HUANNI – TRIPLE A GARAGE (20’49.837s) 5. SAIDATUL ZAKIRAH ZAIRIN – LADY BOSS RACING TEAM (20’50.487s)
Race 1 of Round 3 in the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP brought high drama in the MSBK250 A category at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, with rain-soaked conditions testing both skill and courage. In the end, it was Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING who mastered the wet track to secure a brilliant victory. At the start, Ahmad Afif Amran and Md Akid Aziz of SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO charged forward, only for Irfan to steal the lead at the first corner. Md Akif Abdullah of HONDA RACING MALAYSIA also quickly joined the front group, setting the stage for an intense battle. By lap 2, Irfan looked the most comfortable in the slippery conditions, leading confidently with Akif in second and Nguyen Ton Anh Phu of HONDA RACING VIETNAM TEAM in third. Afif, meanwhile, slipped down the order after being overtaken by Sai Rahil Pillarisetty of TEAM RACR CASTROL POWER1 and Reynadi Pradana of REY RACING SPEED. The race took a dramatic turn on lap 4 when both Akif and Sai crashed, losing their chance to fight for the podium. This opened the door for Ton Anh Phu and Reynadi to climb into second and third positions behind Irfan. From there, the front trio broke away. Irfan and Ton Anh Phu pushed hard, clocking speeds of 177km/h even on the wet surface, and stretched an 8-second gap over the chasing pack. Behind them, Akid clawed back to fourth and later overtook Reynadi for third, sparking a fierce late-race fight. On the final lap, Reynadi launched one last attack, regaining third from Akid. Up front, Irfan pulled clear to a safe margin, crossing the finish line in 21’37.651s, 3.800s ahead of Ton Anh Phu, who secured second place. Reynadi held on to claim third. Irfan shared, “From the start I wanted to push as much as possible, but I almost had a high side at Turn 4 and slid, so I decided to just keep my own pace and try to stay consistent. In the end, I managed to finish P1. I’m very happy and grateful. Hopefully Race 2 will be even better.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. IRFAN ARDIANSYAH – MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING (21’37.651s) 2. NGUYEN TON ANH PHU – HONDA RACING VIETNAM TEAM (21’41.451s) 3. REYNAIDI PRADANA – REY RACING SPEED (21’47.937s) 4. MD AKID AZIZ – SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO (21’48.203s) 5. AHMAD AFIF AMRAN – SUPERFAST JRT X RAPIDO (22’08.268s)
Race 1 of Round 3 in the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP delivered excitement in the MSBK250 B category at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, with Qayyim Razin Razali of HORIZON RACING TEAM producing a commanding performance to clinch a runaway win. Qayyim, who started from pole with 2’33.520s, immediately surged to the front at lights out. Behind him, Khairul Firdaus Kadzim held second position, chased closely by Zakwan Anas Azizulkhairi of TRIPLE A GARAGE. The Horizon Racing rider quickly built a massive lead, pulling more than 22 seconds clear of the field. As the race unfolded, Firdaus initially maintained second, with Carlsen Jacob Solis of SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING in third, ahead of Zakwan and Daniel Benjamin Farhan Jalaluddin of NOMONEY RACING BY BRAAAP – ESTREMO. On lap 6, Carlsen launched a bold attack to overtake Firdaus for P2. However, the drama intensified on the final lap as both Zakwan and Firdaus struck back, passing Carlsen to reclaim second and third respectively. At the chequered flag, Qayyim crossed the line unchallenged in 22’17.564s to secure a dominant victory. Zakwan finished second in 23’06.247s, with Firdaus completing the podium at 23’08.109s. Qayyim said, “Alhamdulillah, I managed to secure a good position and a victory. In today’s race, I tried to follow the front group and maintain my position. I also focused on keeping a consistent pace until the end, and Alhamdulillah, I achieved a good result today.” SIC AND TWMR WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO AEON CREDIT (M) BERHAD FOR THE SUPPORT RENDERED THIS WEEKEND DURING AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. QAYYIM RAZIN RAZALI – HORIZON RACING TEAM (22’17.564s) 2. ZAKWAN ANAS AZIZULKHAIRI – TRIPLE A GARAGE (23’06.247s) 3. KHAIRUL FIRDAUS KADZIM – MALAYSIA (23’08.109s) 4. CALRSEN JACOB SOLIS – SSC – HONDA PHILIPPINES – GS BATTERY RACING (23’09.599s) 5. SAIDATUL ZAKIRAH ZAIRIN – LADY BOSS RACING TEAM (23’55.588s)
Among the competitive MSBK250 B grid of the 2025 AEON CREDIT MAM MALAYSIA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP, one rider has been quietly yet powerfully making history. Saidatul Zakirah Zairin of LADY BOSS RACING TEAM is currently the only female rider in the top five overall standings after two rounds, proving that determination, skill, and consistency can break barriers in a sport often dominated by men. For Zakirah, the achievement feels rewarding, but she doesn’t see herself defined solely by gender. “It feels really rewarding to be in the top five overall, especially knowing how competitive the field is. At the same time, I don’t look at it purely as being the only female rider as I see myself first and foremost as a racer. My goal is always to perform at the highest level regardless of gender. That said, I do hope my presence in the top standings can inspire more women and young riders to believe they can succeed in this sport too,” she said. Competing against male riders brings unique challenges, but Zakirah has learned to rise above them with focus and resilience. “Sometimes people may underestimate me before I even get on the bike, so I’ve had to prove myself through performance rather than words. On track, the intensity is high and the margins for error are so small. I overcome this by training harder, staying disciplined, and keeping my mindset strong. Once the helmet is on, gender doesn’t matter. It’s about skill, strategy, and determination,” she explained. Her place in the top five has not come by chance. Experience abroad, particularly racing in Europe, has given Zakirah valuable growth that she has translated into her MSBK season. “Racing in Europe with the girls there has really helped me improve my skills, and I’ve brought that experience into this season. Consistency has been key, with finishing strong, collecting points even in tough conditions, and preparing well off the track. Physical training, studying data, and trusting my team have all played a big role in securing my position so far,” she shared. Zakirah treats every competitor equally but admits that her role as one of the few female riders motivates her to push harder. “I treat every rider the same regardless of gender, because once we’re on the grid it’s about performance. But yes, being one of the few female riders pushes me to raise my standards, not just to prove myself, but to show that women can compete at the same level in this sport. I hope that inspires more women to step into racing,” she said. Her training routine reflects the intensity required to compete at this level. “Physically, I focus a lot on strength and conditioning, cardio for endurance, and core strength for control. Mentally, I prepare by reviewing race data, visualizing scenarios, and keeping a strong, positive mindset. Racing can be unpredictable, so mental focus is just as important as the physical side,” she explained. With Round 3 of MSBK 2025 taking place this weekend, Zakirah remains focused on the bigger picture. “My main target is to stay consistent and keep collecting strong points, because that’s what makes the biggest difference over the season. Of course, I’d love to move higher up in the standings, and I feel confident with the preparation I’ve done and the experience I’ve gained. The competition will be tough, but I’m ready to give it my best,” she affirmed. Above all, Zakirah hopes her journey continues to pave the way for others. “I want young women to know that racing is not limited by gender. If you have the passion and determination, you can achieve your goals. It’s not always an easy journey, but with hard work and belief in yourself, it’s possible to compete at the same level as anyone else. I hope my journey shows that there’s a place for women in so-called ‘male-dominated’ sports too,” she said.