Race 2 of the MSBK250 A category at Round 3 MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship saw Farres Putra Mohd Fadhil of YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA claimed the Weekend Champion at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. The race began with Farres establishing an early lead, closely followed by his teammate, Ahmad Afif Amran and Gerry Salim of HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM. As the competition heated up, Kitsada Tanachot of HONDA RACING THAILAND executed a masterful overtake on Afif, moving into second position. The excitement escalated on lap 2 as Afif, Gerry, and Kitsada kept the pressure on Farres. On lap 5, Kitsada clocked the best lap time of 2’26:257s, making a bold move to challenge for the front. However, Afif regained the lead on lap 6, only for Farres to seize control once more on lap 7, posting the fastest lap time at 2’26:111s. As the race approached its conclusion, Irfan Ardiansyah made an impressive push, beating Farres’s best lap time with 2’25:254s, closing in on the leaders. Ultimately, Farres crossed the finish line first to won the race at 19’42:194s. Farres expressed, “This weekend was incredibly nerve-wracking with many surprises. I didn’t expect to finish in first place. We simply aimed to do our best. I’m grateful for the opportunity to stand on the podium with Afif Amran, who has been a great mentor. A big thank you to Yamaha for providing such an excellent bike setup, which helped us achieve this podium finish today.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 MSBK250 A 1. Farres Putra Mohd Fadhil – YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA (19’42:194s) 2. Ahmad Afif Amran – YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA (19’42:226s) 3. Kitsada Tanachot – HONDA RACING THAILAND (19’42:508s) 4. Irfan Ardiansyah – HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM (19’42:549s) 5. Gerry Salim – HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM (19’42:710s)
Race 2 of Round 3 MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, Muhd Darwish Amsyar Muhd Ridzwan from Malaysia celebrated the title of Weekend Champion in MSBK250 B category. The race kicked off with Darwish leading the pack, closely followed by Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan of RACR CASTRAL POWER 1 ULTIMATE and Muhd Irfan Safwan Mohd Hamirrudin from Malaysia. As the laps progressed, Kabilesh made a strong challenge for the lead, inching closer to Darwish on lap 3. The competition intensified on lap 4 as Irfan pursued Darwish with determination. The race continued with Darwish maintaining his position at the front. In the final laps, he fought hard to keep his lead, ultimately crossing the finish line first at 20’46:898s, followed by Irfan at 20’47:320s, and Kabilesh took third place at 21’02:763s. Darwish commented, “I am very grateful. The race today was challenging for me. Yesterday, I managed to create a significant gap, but today, I had to fight from the start until the end. This victory was not easy, but it feels incredible to win after such a tough battle.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 MSBK250 B 1. Muhd Darwish Amsyar Muhd Ridzwan – Malaysia (20’46:898s) 2. Muhd Irfan Safwan Mohd Hamirrudin – Malaysia (20’47:320s) 3. Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan – RACR CASTRAL POWER 1 ULTIMATE (21’02:763s) 4. Mohd Ilham Mohd Kamal – DARSALUBE MH RACING TEAM (21’08:467s) 5. Siti Norsyafiyah Alia Saarizan – CHV RACING (21’08:991s)
Race 2 of Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship at PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit witnessed an exhilarating showdown in the YAMAHA R15M Race Elites category. Muhd Shafiq Ezzariq of TKC SOUTHERN emerged victorious, showcasing a remarkable redemption following the challenging Race 1. As the race commenced, Muhd Izam Ikmal Izamli of SHH PENANG TEAM quickly took the lead, but Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak of SBF BIKERS swiftly overtook him to take charge of the group. Each lap saw a shifting lead, highlighting the competitive spirit of the riders. By lap 5, Izam had fought his way back to the front, only to see Qayyum reclaim the top spot shortly thereafter. As the final laps unfolded, the intensity ramped up, particularly on final lap, where Shafiq was just 0.010s behind Qayyum, creating a nail-biting atmosphere. Muhd Idil Fitri of TWOWAY MOTOR who had briefly taken the lead, made a slight mistake and lost his position, allowing Shafiq to surge ahead. Shafiq crossed the line first at 20’28:230s, with Adib claiming P2 just 0:092s behind. Muhd Fareez Afeez of BERJAYA MEGA secured P3 at 20’28:361s. “I am grateful to have redeemed myself after yesterday’s disappointment, where I was leading but faced a minor incident in the last corner. Today’s race was quite intense from the start all the way to the final lap. I maintained my focus and aimed to stay within the top 5 group. In the last lap, I noticed many riders battling for position, so I seized the opportunity at the final turn, seeing that their bikes were getting heavier. I took advantage of that moment to take the lead, and thankfully, I achieved victory. Alhamdulillah!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 YAMAHA R15M Race Elites 1. Muhd Shafiq Ezzariq – TKC SOUTHERN (20’28:230s) 2. Muhd Adib Arsyad Mohd Hisam – TAYCON (20’28:322s) 3. Muhd Fareez Afeez – BERJAYA MEGA (20’28:361s) 4. Muhd Izam Ikmal Izamli – SHH PENANG TEAM (20’28:445s) 5. Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak – SBF BIKERS (20’28:536s)
In a thrilling Race 2 of Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship held at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, Ahmad Jebat Zulkarnain of BEN HUAT MOTOR emerged victorious in Berjaya Sompo YAMAHA Y16ZR Race MasterClass category. The race began with intense competition as Muhd Akid Mohd Shah Khearul Nisiam of TAKONG, Ahmad Iqram Danish Ahmad Ghazali of SCM Factory Racing Team, and Shahzureen Que Absyar of KBSHM exchanged the lead at every turn. By lap 2, Iqram, Jebat, Akid, Shahzureen, and Muhd Luthfi Shah Narizman of UNITED MOTOR RACING SPIRIT were in close contention, setting the stage for an exciting showdown. On lap 3, Raiyan Khardanee Mohd Sanusi of P D BAN HIN RACING TEAM recorded the fastest lap time of the race at 2’55:099s, gradually making his way toward the front. As the laps progressed, Raiyan continued to push, joined by Jebat, Akid, Asyraf, and Shahzureen in a tightly packed group on lap 4. Lap 5 saw Jebat and Shahzureen battling fiercely for position, while the intensity heightened as the race approached its conclusion. By lap 6, all riders remained closely grouped, and the top spot was still open to anyone, leading to a nail-biting finale. In a dramatic twist, four riders fell on the final turn, allowing Jebat to seize the opportunity and race to victory. Jebat crossed the finish line first with a time of 17’47:284s. Muhd Fareeq Mohd Faizal claimed second place at 17’47:374s, while Muhd Zulhilmi Yazid of SGH CREDIT clocked at 17’47:740s to secured third place. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 Berjaya Sompo YAMAHA Y16ZR Race MasterClass 1. Ahmad Jebat Zulkarnain – BEN HUAT MOTOR (17’47:284s) 2. Muhd Fareeq Mohd Faizal – T.K.WONG MOTOR (17’47:374s) 3. Muhd Zulhilmi Yazid – SGH CREDIT (17’47:740s) 4. Muhd Danish Aiman Zamrul – CHJ RACING (17’48:018s) 5. Ahmad Iqram Danish Ahmad Ghazali – SCM Factory Racing Team (17’48:051s)
Race 2 of Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship in the DUCATI CHINA PANIGALE CUP took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Class A featured some of the most talented riders in the DUCATI CHINA PANIGALE CUP. Fu Yisheng delivered a breathtaking performance, clinching victory with an impressive total time of 14’26:049s. His strategic mastery on the track allowed him to maneuver through tight corners and challenging straights with finesse. The race kicked off with Guo Jie taking an early lead. However, as the laps progressed, the competition intensified. By lap 2, Fu showcased his prowess, clocking a blistering fastest lap time of 2’23:512s. The real highlight came on lap 6, when Fu pulled ahead, posting the fastest lap of the day at 2’22:707s. His remarkable focus and tactical skill allowed him to maintain his lead, eventually crossing the finish line first. The race also highlighted the performances of other competitors. Chen Zhen and Yu Xiaochen fought valiantly for their positions, ultimately claiming 2nd and 3rd place, respectively. In Class B, He Yuxi put on a masterclass in control and consistency, leading from the start. His strategic positioning allowed him to build a comfortable gap over his competitors. However, behind him, Xi Feida and Lee Kin Ho were engaged in a thrilling duel for second place. As the race progressed, Feida attempted several overtakes on Kin Ho, showcasing impressive cornering skills and aggressive acceleration. Their battle was fierce, with both riders exchanging positions multiple times. However, Yuxi’s steady pace kept him comfortably in the lead, ultimately securing victory with a time of 14’37:068s. Class C featured an exhilarating race led by Huang Haoming, who took an early lead and maintained it throughout. The first few laps saw Huang fend off challenges from Fang Lu and Zhang Jingyu, who were closely contesting for second place. As the race unfolded, Fang made a bold move on Jingyu, utilizing a well-timed overtake. Despite his efforts, Haoming remained untouchable at the front, expertly managing his lead and maintaining a consistent pace to win the race with a time of 15’01:735s. Fang Lu eventually settled into second place with a time of 15’46:010s, while Jingyu continued to push, demonstrating resilience but ultimately unable to reclaim lost ground, finishing third with a time of 16’08:170s. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 DUCATI CHINA PANIGALE CUP Class A 1. Fu Yisheng (14’26:049s) 2. Chen Zhen (14’37:109s) 3. Yu Xiaochen (14’37:770s) 4. Guo Jie (14’38:370s) 5. Zhang Xiaoxiang (15’22:410s) Class B 1. He Yuxi (14’37:068s) 2. Xi Feida (15’12:751s) 3. Lee Kin Ho (15’13:006s) 4. Zi Yangfan (15’45:586s) Class C 1. Huang Haoming (15’01:735s) 2. Fang Lu (15’46:010s) 3. Zhang Jingyu (16’08:170s) 4. Mu Hongde (16’42:550s)
Round 3 MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit today saw Nakarin Atiratphuvaphat from Honda Racing Thailand emerged victorious after a fierce battle Race 1 of the MSBK1000 A category. The race began with Nakarin in the lead, followed closely by Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman of HORIZON RACING TEAM in P2. However, the excitement was abruptly halted when Fahmi Abdul Wahaf of FGRT PROJECT fell, causing a fire on his bike. The red flag was raised moments later due to oil spilled on the track. This turn of events worked in favor of Zaqhwan Zaidi, whose team was able to fix his bike during the red flag period. He was permitted to restart the race, albeit from the back of the grid. Once the race restarted with 8 laps to go, Nakarin quickly claimed his lead, with Azlan in P2, Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA in P3, and Zaqhwan rapidly advancing to P5. Azlan made his move, overtaking Nakarin to take the lead, but Nakarin responded, reclaiming P1 shortly after. As the race progressed, lap 5 saw Azlan set the fastest lap time of 2’07:216s, leading the pack with Kasma hot on his heels. By lap 6, Kasma overtook Nakarin and began to chase down Azlan. The tension peaked on lap 7 as the top three riders battled fiercely for the win. However, a small mistake by Kasma at Turn 4 hindered his chances. In a nail-biting finish, Nakarin overtook Azlan in the final turn, pushing hard toward the finish line to clinch the win by a mere 0.015 seconds at 17’07:780s. Nakarin said, “Azlan was incredibly strong today, and Kasma also showed impressive pace, staying right with the group. This race was truly challenging, especially with the track conditions being a bit wet due to the rain. In the last two laps, my brakes started to overheat, so I had to make some adjustments to manage that and allow them to cool down before giving my final push. Thankfully, I was able to make it work. Tomorrow, I’ll aim to build on this momentum and push even harder.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 MSBK1000 A 1. Nakarin Atiratphuvaphat – HONDA RACING THAILAND (17’07:780s) 2. Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman – HORIZON RACING TEAM (17’07:795s) 3. Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin – YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA (17’08:669s) 4. Zaqhwan Zaidi – BOON SIEW HONDA RA CING TEAM (17’12:942s) 5. Md Ibrahim Md Norrodin – FGRT PROJECT (17’16:696s)
In an eventful Race 1 of the MSBK1000 B category at Round 3 MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship, Raja Nazeem Iskandar from MOBILUB SUZUKI RACING TEAM showcased his dominance at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. The race began dramatically, with a red flag raised mere seconds in. Following a short delay, the race restarted with 8 laps on the clock. Chan Qing Rong initially took the lead, but as the laps progressed, Raja Nazeem quickly asserted himself in P1. By lap 4, Raja Nazeem had established a significant lead, sitting 4:453s ahead of Qing Rong in P2, while Mohd Azlly Shaari trailed in P3, 3:911s behind Qing Rong. Raja Nazeem’s impressive performance solidified his position at the front, demonstrating both speed and skill throughout the race to claimed the victory at 18’21:039s. Raja Nazeem said, “I’m really happy with today’s result. Until now, I’ve only raced Yamaha for three years, and this is my third year in MSBK. Last week, I was supposed to ride my own bike, but there were issues with it. I reached out to Ahmad Faiz from Suzuki to see if he had a spare bike. He was initially going to compete in MSBK but had work commitments. I owe him a big thanks for allowing me to race with MOBILUB SUZUKI RACING TEAM. I first rode the Suzuki on Thursday during FP1 and had no expectations for fast lap times. However, during the race, I clocked a 2’14:970s lap, which I knew would place me in Class A. I’ll accept whatever decision the organizers make and see it as a challenge to improve myself. My dream is to be within 5 seconds of the Class A riders.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 MSBK1000 B 1. Raja Nazeem Iskandar – MOBILUB SUZUKI RACING TEAM (18’21:039s) 2. Chan Qing Rong – SAVITAR ESG ASIA (18’24:226s) 3. Mohd Azlly Shaari – FGRT PROJECT (18’29:690s) 4. Theva Kumaran – MOBILUB SUZUKI RACING TEAM (18’54:942s) 5. Tee Wee Jin – MOBILUB SUZUKI RACING TEAM (19’00:909s)
In an impressive display of performance, Muhd Helmi Azman of the BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM claimed victory in the MSBK600 category at the Race of Round 3 MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit today. Helmi led the race from start to finish, showcasing his prowess and setting a commanding pace throughout. Helmi quickly established his lead, with Thanat Laoongplio of HONDA RACING THAILAND in P2 and Muhd Syarifuddin Azman of BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM in P3. By lap 2, Helmi had already created a small gap of 0.679 seconds ahead of Thanat. While Helmi maintained his lead, Thanat faced intense pressure from Syarifuddin, who was eagerly battling for P2. As the race progressed, Helmi continued to extend his advantage, leaving the competition behind with a substantial gap of 3.200 seconds by lap 7. Syarifuddin continued to pursue Thanat, seeking an opportunity to overtake, but Thanat managed to reclaim his position and fend off the challenge. In the end, Helmi crossed the finish line first at 21’54:773s to claimed the victory, followed by Thanat in P2 and Syarifuddin in P3, marking a triumphant day for the Honda riders. Helmi shared, “From the start, I aimed to create a significant gap from the group. I focused on achieving my lap times, and this setup felt excellent. I had a great feeling on the bike, and the temperature wasn’t too hot either. I tried to attack lap by lap, and when I saw the board showing nearly a 3-second lead over the group, I decided to maintain my consistency. As the rain began to fall, I just took care and focused on finishing the race safely.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 MSBK600 1. Muhd Helmi Azman – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (21’54:773s) 2. Thanat Laoongplio – HONDA RACING THAILAND (21’58:780s) 3. Muhd Syarifuddin Azman – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (21’58:934s) 4. Okaya Yuta – Japan (22’10:995s) 5. Chiang Chih Ying – Taipei (23’19:145s)
Race 1 of Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship showcased intense competition in the MSBK250 A category today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. The race kicked off with Ahmad Afif Amran of YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA taking an early lead, closely followed by his teammate, Farres and Kitsada Tanachot of HONDA RACING THAILAND. However, the excitement escalated on lap 2 when Afif collided slightly with Irfan Ardiansyah of HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM, resulting in a crash that opened the door for Kitsada to take over the lead. Irfan quickly moved into P2, with his teammate, Gerry Salim in P3. As the race progressed, Farres faced increasing pressure in his debut, with Kitsada closing the gap to just 0:717s by lap 5. The two riders engaged in a thrilling battle for the top spot, exchanging positions in an exciting display of skill. On the final lap, Kitsada held the lead, but Farres executed a brilliant move in the last turn, overtaking Kitsada and crossing the finish line to secure victory at 19’41:375s. Farres said, “Thank you to my team for providing such a fantastic motorcycle. I’ve never felt this happy before—being with Yamaha and achieving first place means so much to me. This race was definitely tough, but I had a great teammate in Afif Amran, who offered invaluable support and helped with the best bike setup, which contributed to my victory. The race was quite competitive, but I managed to handle the challenges one by one.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 MSBK250 A 1. Farres Putra Mohd Fadhil – YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA (19’41:375s) 2. Irfan Ardiansyah – HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM (19’42:030s) 3. Gerry Salim – HONDA NWN SCK RACING TEAM (19’42:030s) 4. Kitsada Tanachot – HONDA RACING THAILAND (19’42:032s) 5. Mohd Haziq Mohd Fairues – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (19’54:631s)
Race 1 of Round 3 of the MAM Malaysia Superbike Championship took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit, Muhd Darwish Amsyar Muhd Ridzwan from Malaysia claimed victory in MSBK250 B category. The race commenced with Darwish quickly establishing a commanding lead, leaving Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan of RACR CASTRAL POWER 1 ULTIMATE trailing by at least four seconds in P2. Muhd Irfan Safwan Mohd Hamirrudin from Malaysia and Muhd Nur Haikal Muhd Nur Fikri of NAKKAWANBULIHHH Racing Team closely pursued in P3 and P4, respectively, while Mohd Ilham Mohd Kamal of DARSALUBE MH RACING TEAM held P5. As the race progressed, Irfan Safwan steadily gained ground, seeking opportunities to overtake the riders ahead. In a dramatic turn of events on the final lap, Irfan successfully overtook Kabilesh to claim P2. Darwish crossed the finish line first, securing a well-deserved victory at 20’46:324s, while Irfan Safwan finished in P2 at 21’02:530s and Kabilesh took P3 at 21’03:310s. Darwish said, “Alhamdulillah. I’m thankful to God for today’s success. I also want to thank my family for their unwavering support throughout this journey. A big thank you to my team for their hard work, dedication, and for providing such a solid setup. There’s still a long way to go in the championship, and I will remain focused and continue to work hard.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 MSBK250 B 1. Muhd Darwish Amsyar Muhd Ridzwan – Malaysia (20’46:324s) 2. Muhd Irfan Safwan Mohd Hamirrudin – Malaysia (21’02:530) 3. Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan – RACR CASTRAL POWER 1 ULTIMATE (21’03:310s) 4. Muhd Nur Haikal Muhd Nur Fikri – NAKKAWANBULIHHH Racing Team (21’15:436s) 5. Mohd Ilham Mohd Kamal – DARSALUBE MH RACING TEAM (21’17:905s)