Birthday boy Hakim awaits Moto3 call at home Grand Prix
ZK Racing team manager Zulfahmi Khairuddin said discussions with the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) management has been going smoothly to get Hakim race at the circuit from Oct 24-26.
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New Straits Times
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- New Straits Times
Zulfahmi waits with bated breath as SIC 'shifts priorities'
KUALA LUMPUR: Zulfahmi Khairuddin is waiting anxiously for Sepang International Circuit (SIC) to make a final decision on whether Hakim Danish Ramli will race on a Moto3 wildcard at the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia (Oct 24-26). The ZK Racing boss said discussions with them have been positive but stressed that ultimately, the decision lies in SIC's hands. ZK Racing has run SIC's two-wheeled motorsports talent development programme on behalf of them in recent seasons. "I have discussed this with SIC last week and they are also looking to make this wildcard programme (with Danish) a reality," said Zulfahmi recently. "But they (SIC) have yet to make a solid decision so I cannot make the announcement yet. They have indicated that they are willing to bear the costs but it has to be discussed among their directors first." Zulfahmi, however, admitted that he does have some concerns as he claims SIC's priorities have now shifted away from talent development. "I believe that talent development remains a factor but is no longer a priority for SIC as it was previously. This is because they also have to focus on other areas. It (talent development) is no longer very important to them," added Zulfahmi. "Nevertheless, as the person assigned to the task (talent development), I will continue to give my best. "I hope a decision will be made soon so we can adequately prepare Danish to compete at the Malaysian GP. I know what it feels like to go to a race without testing on a uncompetitive bike." Malaysian riders are often given wildcards to race in the Malaysian GP to help boost local fans turnout during the race weekend. Danish is currently Malaysia's top young talent. He is leading the prestigious Red Bull Rookies Cup competition with only two rounds remaining this season. SIC has played an important role in developing Malaysian talent in both two and four-wheeled motorsports over the past two decades. Zulfahmi, a former Moto2 and Moto3 rider, himself had also benefitted from SIC's talent development programme during his racing years. Adam Norrodin and Syarifuddin Azman are two World Championship riders SIC has helped produce in recent years while Danish, 18, is expected to make the step up to the Moto3 class next year.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- New Straits Times
Hakim Danish keeps eyes on Red Bull Rookies prize
KUALA LUMPUR: Talented motorcycle racer Hakim Danish Ramli is determined to once again create history for Malaysia before he makes the step up to the Moto3 World Championship next season. Danish is keen on becoming the first Malaysian rider to win the Red Bull Rookies Cup (RBR) and is in a good position to do so as he currently leads the championship with 154 points. But with only two rounds (four races) remaining, the 18-year-old has little margin for error with a resurgent Brian Uriarte (Spain) trailing by only 13 points behind him. The RCB-backed rider said clinching the RBR title would be "unforgettable". "It would definitely mean a lot to me to win the RBR title," said Danish yesterday (July 31). "All the best (young) riders from around the world come to compete in RBR, to be a part of it (series) is already an honour for me. "To go up against them and actually win the title would be incredible. It would be unforgettable. "I will definitely give it my all to win it and I am confident I can continue doing well. I want to finish my season the best way possible." If he is successful in wrapping up the title, it will not be the first time Danish has created history for Malaysia in motorsports. He became the first Malaysian rider to win the Asia Talent Cup (ATC) in 2022, beating Asia's top junior riders for the title. Danish is also competing in the FIM JuniorGP World Championship this season and is seventh in the overall standings with 51 points. A product of the Sepang International Circuit talent development programme, Danish is widely expected to make the step up to Moto3 next season. He could be given a Moto3 wildcard for the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia (MotoGP Malaysia) later this year.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Birthday boy Hakim awaits Moto3 call at home Grand Prix
PETALING JAYA: The prospects of seeing rider Hakim Danish Ramli race in Moto3 at the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia is close to becoming a reality. ZK Racing team manager Zulfahmi Khairuddin said discussions with the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) management has been going smoothly to get Hakim race at the circuit from Oct 24-26.
