MSBK DRIVES PASSION AND AMBITION
The Malaysia Superbike Championship is back on track once again for yet another season. The riders of the MSBK250 race category are geared up for the Round 1 which will be held at Sepang International Circuit this weekend.
Irfan Haykal was fiery last season when he rode towards the championship title with a hat-trick in the MSBK250 A race category. At second spot was Zakir Naqiuddin followed by Ashish Patel at the third place. In the MSBK250 B race category, Fauzi Hassan flaunted his moves before claiming the victorious title at the top of the chart. Amir Izzat Rozali took the second spot followed by Ahmad Fariz at third.
Commenting on his participation this season, Irfan said, “This season, I will continue to enhance my performance to do better. I am really happy to be back in the MSBK250 race category because I want to gain more experience with the 250cc machine and further accentuate my skills. Of course, I also want to win. Some of the preparations that I am working on would be on my fitness level. I am diligent when it comes to the weekly routine and I make sure that I optimise the opportunity given to improve myself. As for the machine, I trust that my team is working their best to ensure that there are no issues during the race weekend. My team is highly experienced and they have a track record of working on victorious machines. Therefore, I am not so worried about the machine and its setup because I am confident with the abilities of my team and its crew. While racing in MSBK may be a little different in terms of its entry list and its race format, the experience that I have gained in Cub Prix and ARRC would be an advantage in helping me adapt to the differences. This season, I foresee a tougher battle within the race category. Nevertheless, I am equipping myself with the essentials so that I can face it with greater confidence.”
Season 2023 will kickstart with riders who have been accustomed to the MSBK traits with the inclusion of lady riders Norsyafiyah Alia of CHV RACING and Saidatul Zakirah of LADY BOSS RACING TEAM who have embraced equity in motorsports alongside their male counterparts. The format of the racing category will remain the same as the previous season with MSBK250 A and MSBK250 B riders racing together.
Former Cub Prix rider, Alia who would be pursuing a Law Degree this September said, “I just completed my foundation studies and while waiting for enrolment into MSU, I spend my time with the team working on my physical ability and endurance. As a female rider riding alongside male riders, MSBK gives me the boost to be more competitive. I have always been passionate about motorcycle racing therefore I chose to challenge myself further through this participation. At the same time, I am also motivated by the abilities of the other riders as well as their encouraging words to do better. As this is my second year in the championship, I am determined to stay focused during the race to achieve the target that I have set for myself. It starts with enhancing self-discipline in training while monitored by my coach. My training includes strengthening my core muscles, cardio-exercise and enhanced concentration skills.”
“As for the machine, the preparations are on track and are all ready to go at SIC this weekend. CHV Racing is a new team for the season and their core objective is to develop riders while accentuating the presence of female riders like myself. With CHV Racing, the riders are taught to ride and manage the machine accurately and systematically by experienced trainers for a more effective result. CHV Racing is particular about its expertise and ensures that the manpower is selected according to their credentials in the management of high-powered machines. Our team works closely with Giatmara Malaysia in the provision of expertise in motorcycle technology.”
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