The young men of Yamalube Y16ZR Race MasterClass race category fought a good battle in Race 1 of Round 3, Malaysia Superbike Championship in a bid to score the winning title at the Sepang International Circuit. Arash Tsunami Kamarudin of EL CHONG however beat them to the punch when he took the top spot on the podium. Earlier in the morning, the qualifying session concluded with Ahmad Syukran Aizat Yusoff of XL MOTOR taking the pole position when he made his fastest at 2’52:229s. Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak took the second spot on the grid with his best at 2’52:889s. At the third fastest, it was Muhd Fareez Afeez Abdul Rahman of TME MOTORSPORTS, clocking in at 2’53:459s. During the race, Arash who took the 11th spot on the grid was seen managing his pace among the riders in the back troop waiting for the window of opportunity to strike. As the riders completed the laps one by one, he was nowhere in sight among the top five. However, at the last lap, Arash who is known for his dexterity and the willpower to succeed pushed himself among the riders ahead of him. He made it past the huge group of riders and into the top three before finally working his magic to bolt to the chequered flag. Arash concluded the race fastest at 17’48:604s. Commenting on the race, Arash said, “I did not expect to win the race this time around considering I was at the back of the troop. However, on the last lap, I found an opening to move forward. At the last turn, it was even better when I was able to push further and finally, I won. I am truly happy. This win is not possible if it is not for God and I am truly thankful to Him.” At the second spot, it was Muhd Adie Putra Sukarno of TAKONG RACING, logging in at 17’48:660s. Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak of NEW CHEN MOTORSPORTS took third place at 17’48:662s. Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
It has been quite a ride for the Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass riders throughout the season of Malaysia Superbike Championship (MSBK). Nevertheless, the riders have showcased unwavering commitment in their bid to make the best of the race category’s debut season. After two practice sessions today, Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak of NEW CHEN MOTORSPORTS completed his day as the fastest in the session, combined. Qayyum currently takes the eighth spot in the overall standings with a total of 29 points. He took the podium in Round 1, Race 2 and the fourth spot in Round 2, Race 2. Unfortunately, Race 1 for both rounds were unfavourable to him and no points were added to his name. Despite that, Qayyum has positioned himself well in the top ten spot. For practice session one, Qayyum clocked in at 3’13:820s but for practice session two, he improved at 3’11:599s. Coming in at the second fastest in the combined result sheet was Muhd Norhakim Mohd Nurhafizullah of SHENG KONG MOTOR who marked his fastest at 3’11:599s. Ahmad Syukran Aizat Yusoff of XL MOTOR made the third fastest at 3’11:614s. Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
The Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass, since its establishment in the beginning of the season, has witnessed a highly competitive ride among its riders. Arash Tsunami Kamarudin seeks to accelerate further in Round 3 of the Malaysia Superbike Championship which will be held at the Sepang International Circuit this weekend. Arash has created a name since his debut in the PETRONAS Malaysian Cub Prix Championship this year. With his notable talent and steady achievements, he was then hand-picked to participate in MSBK which in turn would help him realise greater potential. His goals in each race, according to him, “I race to win. That’s my goal. I try to collect as many points as possible and that’s the ultimate goal at the end of the race.” Having to ride in a race class with a bigger engine capacity with no prior experience may have seemed like a tough task for a rookie but for Arash, Round 1 was all about understanding the machine and learning the tricks and trades of manoeuvring an even more powerful product. As a result, Arash excelled in Race 1 of Round 2 with a win and took the fifth place for Race 2. That resulted in a big leap up in the overall standings for Arash who currently sits at the fifth spot. Commenting on his race in Round 1, “It was definitely an unfavourable feat as luck was not on my side in Race 1. In Race 2, the result was made worse with a casualty when another rider made a mistake. However, I learnt from the two races that I need to be more careful and focused. The experience made me realise that I have to constantly be on my toes.” “In Race 2 of Round 2, I only managed to score the fifth spot because I carelessly made a mistake at the last turn towards the chequered flag. I was very displeased. However, mistakes are my biggest secret to success as I learn a great deal from it. I also need to be more consistent and that’s what I am working towards in each race.” Commenting on the team, Arash said, “I am very thankful to the organisers for giving me the space and opportunity to perform in the race category. It is a much-needed experience that fuels my enthusiasm further in becoming a professional rider. I am also grateful to Mr Ramesh and all the trainers in One-Make Race Yamaha Camp as well as the team of mechanics who have been directly and indirectly involved in building us up. Without them, I am nobody!” “I have been working on my physical and mental strength as well as the well-being of my emotions to continue being smart in my moves. My goal for Round 3 is to win.” Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
M. Fareez Afeez A. Rahman of SBF BIKERS grabbed the win in Race 2 for the YAMAHA Y16ZR Race MasterClass and closed the curtains for Round 2 of Malaysia Superbike Championship. Fareez, who began the race at the third spot on the grid, was not spotted anywhere near the top ten riders in the beginning of the race. Up until the third lap, Fareez seemed to have had a hard time working his way into the top ten but in the fourth lap, he worked on his technical skills and made an entry into P9. With the troop fighting aggressively, looking for slip-stream opportunities, it was a feat that posed unpredictable challenges for all riders in the class. Nevertheless, Fareez managed to grasp hold of his pace and barged ahead of the riders at the last lap. Fareez clocked in at 17’49:135s. Commenting on the race, Fareez said, “In the beginning of the race, it was not that I wanted to remain at the back but I had issues with my machine. The lever of the gear went missing and at the first turn, I couldn’t do much. So, I followed the troop at the back and on the last lap, I tried to move forward. Thankfully, I made it through.” Taking the second spot on the podium was Ahmad Syamil Akmal Jamaludin of EL CHONG, logging in at 17’49:135s. At third place, Muhd Aliff Danial Muhd Asri of SINGDECA RACING made it at 17’49:137s. Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
In the Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass, Arash Tsunami Kamarudin of GT-MAX made a stunning win at Race 1, Round 2 of the Malaysia Superbike Championship (MSBK). Arash who began his race from the second spot on the grid was seen swallowed by the huge troop of riders in the very first lap when he dropped down to tenth position. However, the rider of high calibre had his strategies well in place. From the tenth lap, he gradually picked up pace and went upward. By the third lap, Arash had taken P5 and while maintaining his position was not an easy feat especially among a pool of robust riders, he was determined to make this race count. At the last lap, Arash who was last seen at P5 in lap five worked on his magic before he bolted ahead in the last lap towards the chequered flag first. Arash clocked in at 17’37:309s. Muhd Zaki Muhd Zamri of HOCK LIONG MOTOR RACING finished second at 17’37:340s. At third place, it was M. Fareez Afeez A. Rahman of SBF BIKERS clocking in at 17’37:494s. Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
Rahimi Nabil Razu of TME MOTORSPORTS clocked in fastest for the practice session of YAMALUBE Y16ZR Race MasterClass in Round 2, Malaysia Superbike Championship. In Round 1, Rahimi was placed at the 27 th spot when he failed to collect any points. However, Rahimi made fastest today when he clocked in at 2’52:172s. Commenting on the race, Rahimi said, “In practice session 1 today, I was still not very comfortable with the machine. In practice 2, I tried my best to get accustomed to the machine.” “I followed the moves of other riders and learnt from there. I hope to do better tomorrow.” At the second fastest spot, Muhd Zaki Ahmad Zamri of HOCK LIONG MOTOR RACING clocked in at 2’52:704s. Coming in at the third fastest spot was Ahmad Syukran Aizat Yusoff of TAYCON MOTOR logging in at 2’52:719s. Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
Muhd Fareez Afeez A. Rahman of SINGDECA RACING took the win in Race 2 of the Yamalube Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass. He will once again take a stride in Round 2 of the Superbike Malaysia Championship (MSBK) this weekend. The race class which made its debut in Round 1 saw 30 riders aboard the Yamaha Y16ZR engaging in a highly competitive ride, hoping to make history with the first win. Fareez was not left out of the mission. While he put on a good fight with the rest of the riders, Fareez only managed to score himself the fifth spot on the podium in Race 1. Nevertheless, the battle wasn’t complete until Race 2 was over. The next day, Fareez bucked up to embrace the challenge that the class brings with it. With the rush of adrenaline pumping through the bodies of the young talented riders who were handpicked for this race class, it was not an easy feat for Fareez. Throughout the race, Fareez was seen struggling to maintain his pace but he made quick moves towards the last two laps to take the lead. He then took speed and completed the race fastest for the day. Commenting on the race, Fareez said, “As the race class is new, it required some time on my part to learn the handling of the machine and gauge the strengths of other riders. While Race 1 was alright, I was more confident in Race 2.” “Riding in a race class with riders riding the same machine poses different sets of challenges. So, it truly depends on the ability to understand the machine and the overall individual performance. Riders are all equally of high calibre and at the end of the day, it is about finding the right techniques and pace to distinguish from the others.” Fareez is definitely poised for the coming round and with his win in Race 2, he looks forward to taking yet another win. Currently, he sits at the first spot in the overall standings with a total of 36 points. “I am looking forward to a win in Round 2 for sure. The preparations entail re-structuring of strategies as well as ensuring that my overall fitness suits the needs of the race class. Keeping my fingers crossed to excel.” Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
Muhd Fareez Afeez A Rahman of SINGDECA RACING team takes the win in Race 2, Yamalube Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass thus concluding Round 1 of Malaysia Superbike Championship. The highly competitive feat came to a close when Fareez took the lead in the last two laps before heading towards the finish line first. Fareez did not make it to top three in Race 1 however he made a significant improvement in Race 2 when he pushed himself all the way up from the 8th spot on the grid. Fareez was seen grappling with his speed throughout the race. In lap 3, Fareez managed to break out of the troop and take lead only to fall back into P7 in lap 4. However, Fareez did not fall defeat to the challenge. He managed to pace himself up and by lap 5, he repositioned himself in P1 before completing lap 6 with a victory. Fareez clocked in at 17’52:803s. Commenting on the race, Fareez said, “In the beginning, I just tried to get into the rhythm. But at the last corner, I pushed myself ahead and managed to take the win.” Coming in at the second place was, Muhd Faiz Khairul Azmi of SHENG KONG MOTOR logged in at 17’52:822s. At third place, Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak of LIANG SOON RACING UNION made it at 17’52:953s. Top 5 Winners – Yamalube Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass Muhd Fareez Afeez A Rahman, SINGDECA RACING, 17’52:803 Muhd Faiz Khairul Azmi, SHENG KONG MOTOR, 17’52:822s Abdullah Qayyum Abd Razak, LIANG SOON RACING UNION, 17’52:953s Mohd Aildil Mohd Ayub, WELLY RACING, 17’53:118s Muhd Adam Haikal Jahar, SENG HOE PERFORMANCE RACING, 17’53:182s Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
Muhd Adie Putra Sukarno of TME MOTORSPORTS team pulled a stunner when he dashed across the finish line fastest in the Yamalube Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass. The rider came out of nowhere towards the lap last with a striking move to create a historical moment that would make him the first winner of the newly established class. The class saw a pack of 30 riders moving closely around the circuit in a bid to grab a shot on the podium. Adie who began at the 15 th spot on the grid made it to the top three position in lap 3 but was later consumed by the riders in a highly competitive stride. Commenting on the race, “It was a tough ride. I kept pushing myself to break into the compact space in between the riders. Finally, at the last lap, I found the opportunity and I grabbed it.” Adie clocked in at 17’49:383s. Coming in second was Ahmad Syukran Aizat Yusoff of ADVANCE VERTEX RACING team logging in at 17’49:446s. At third place was M. Norhakim Norhafizullah of TAKONG RACING Team at 17’49:592s. Top 5 Winners – Yamalube Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass 1. Muhd Adie Putra Sukarno, TME MOTORSPORTS, 17’49:383s 2. Ahmad Syukran Aizzat Yusoff, ADVANCE VERTEX RACING, 17’49: 446s 3. M. Norhakim Norhafizullah, TAKONG RACING, 17’49:592s 4. Danial Johan, HOCK LIONG MOTOR RACING, 17’49:642s 5. Muhd Fareez Afeez A. Rahman, SINGDECA RACING, 17’49:730s Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us
Muhd Fareez Afeez Abdul Rahman of SINGDECA RACING team clocked in fastest for the newly established class, Yamalube Yamaha Y16ZR Race MasterClass of the Malaysia Superbike Championship. The competent riders who were selected from the PETRONAS Malaysian Cub Prix Championship were given an opportunity for a brand-new experience that is sure to further enhance their skills and performances. Fareez clocked in at 2’53:155s. Commenting on the race, Fareez said, “I tried to suit myself with the machine during the session and also get a good feel so that I would be more prepared for the Qualifying session tomorrow. I hope to get P1.” In second fastest spot was Mohd Syafiq Rosli of TAYCON MOTOR team who logged in at 2’53:293s. Coming in third fastest was Muhd Afizi Supaat of NEW CHEN MOTORSPORTS team. He marked 2’54:057s. Catch up latest news at malaysiasbk.com. Chat with us