HELMI TRIUMPHS, THANAT TAKES OVERALL FIRST RUNNER-UP
Muhd Helmi Azman of BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM, known as the “Prince of Sepang,” lived up to his title with a commanding victory in Race 2 of the MSBK600 category. The race also saw Thanat Laoongplio of HONDA RACING THAILAND secure the overall first runner-up position for the season.
The race began with Thanat leading the pack, closely followed by Helmi and his teammate Muhd Syarifuddin Azman. By Lap 2, Helmi surged to the front, demonstrating his mastery of the circuit. Syarifuddin followed closely, pushing Thanat to P3.
Drama unfolded as Rocco Sessler of ONE FOR ALL and Muhd Irfan Haykhal Amidi fell on Laps 4 and 8, respectively, leaving the BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM duo to extend their lead. Helmi and Syarifuddin built a significant gap, finishing 19:767s ahead of Thanat.
Helmi completed the race at 22’00:028s, narrowly edging out Syarifuddin, who clocked 22’00:080s. Thanat secured third with a time of 22’19:795s.
Reflecting on his victory, Helmi said, “I aimed to break away from Thanat early on, and once I saw my teammate behind me, I felt confident. I’m thrilled with this season’s results. Thank you to everyone who supported me. See you next season!”
Having already secured the championship title after Race 1, Helmi celebrated a perfect end to his season. Thanat took overall first runner-up, with Syarifuddin claiming third overall.
TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2
1. Muhd Helmi Azman – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (22’00:028s)
2. Muhd Syarifuddin Azman – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (22’00:080s)
3. Thanat Laoongplio – HONDA RACING THAILAND (22’19:795s)
4. Takashi Suzuki – Japan (22’56:042s)
5. Chiang Chih Ying – Chinese Taipei (23’06:441s)
OVERALL STANDINGS
1. Muhd Helmi Azman – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (188 points)
2. Thanat Laoongplio – HONDA RACING THAILAND (129 points)
3. Muhd Syarifuddin Azman – BOON SIEW HONDA RACING TEAM (118 points)
4. Chiang Chih Ying – Chinese Taipei (77 points)
5. Apiwath Wongthananon – YAMAHA TEKHNE RACING TEAM ASIA (40 points)