IRFAN STRUCK ONCE AGAIN

Race 1, Round 3 of the Malaysia Superbike Championship took place today at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit. Md Irfan Haykal of Boon Siew Honda Racing Team bagged the win for MSBK250 A today.

During the qualifying session earlier this morning, Irfan Haykal was back in action after a much-relaxed day in the FP session, clocking in fastest with his best at 2’26:829s. Second fastest was his teammate, Farid Hakimi, also seemed to have performed better than yesterday with his best lap time at 2’27:399s. Aan Riswanto of SCK Honda Racing Team made it third fastest with his best lap time at 2’27:728s.

It was a great start for Irfan as he fled ahead of the troop with the flag-off. Farid Hakimi and Aan Riswanto at P2 and P3 respectively trailed him closely. At the last turn of lap 1, Farid Hakimi overtook Irfan followed by Aan Riswanto. As Farid Hakimi picked up speed, Aan Riswanto fought with Irfan to keep his position. By the end of lap 2, Aan Riswanto took P1. The battle between the trio continued with rapid change in positions. Meanwhile, Muzakkir battled with Geoffrey at P4 and P5. The five riders formed the front troop and went on to stride competitively. On the final lap, Muzakkir slipped and fell. The race continued uninterrupted. Towards the final turn, Geoffrey too, slipped and fell. Trio Aan Riswanto, Irfan and Farid went on one final push before Irfan made it with yet another win at 19’46:414s.

Commenting on the race, Irfan said, “First of all, thanks to the team for the wonderful setup of the machine. During the race earlier, I was ahead of the others before my machine gave some problems. I tried to manage it though and went on to compete competitively. I tried to manage my pace and I am happy to have made the win today.”

Taking second position on the podium was Aan Riswanto of SCK Honda Racing Team at 19’46:575s.

Md Farid Hakimi of Boon Siew Honda Racing Team made it third at 19’46:741s.

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