Tunku Abdul Rahman, Tunku Abu Bakar's Success Makes Malaysia Proud
The Prime Minister said their achievement at the Fuji Speedway Circuit also reflected the competitiveness and strong fighting spirit of Malaysian youth on the international racing stage.
'Heartiest congratulations to Tunku Panglima Johor Tunku Abdul Rahman Al-Haj Ibni Sultan Ibrahim on his outstanding victory in the second race of the GT World Challenge Asia today.
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