Yamaha PH Racing Team continues dominance in MOTOIR

MANILA: The Yamaha Philippines Racing Team continued its dominance in the local motorcycle racing scene with commanding performances at MOTOIR Round 2.

Per the brand’s racing outfit in the country, the riders delivered multiple wins and podium finishes in both expert and intermediate categories.

“Representing the Yamaha SEC Racing Team, its riders showcased consistency, speed, and control throughout the weekend, reinforcing Yamaha’s position as one of the strongest forces on the national racing stage,” the company wrote. 

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Underbone categories

The Yamaha Philippines Racing Team secured a one-two finish in the Super Underbone LTD GP (Expert) class, with April King Mascardo taking the win after qualifying second. He was followed by McKinley Kyle Paz, who started from pole to take second after a tightly contested race.

Meanwhile, JM Malonzo delivered a competitive showing in the Intermediate division with a fourth-place finish after qualifying third.

The momentum continued in the Super Underbone OPEN GP Sprint (Expert) category, where the team once again dominated the front. Paz snatched the first spot, while Mascardo finished second place.

In the Intermediate Sprint class, Malonzo added another podium finish, taking third and contributing to the crew’s strong presence across the grid.

Open GP class

The team’s strength carried over to the Super Underbone OPEN GP (Expert) class, where another one-two finish was witnessed.

Paz yet again secured the first spot for the Yamaha Philippines Racing Team while Mascardo followed in second place.

In the Intermediate category, JM Malonzo converted his second-place qualifying position into a race win — highlighting the team’s depth across both divisions.

Category highlights

In the Super Sport Bike Women’s Championship, Justine Bethanny Tolentino qualified third and finished fifth.

Meanwhile, in the Super Maxi 185 Open category, Paz secured another podium finish by ending the heat in second place.

“The results from MOTOIR Round 2 reflect Yamaha’s commitment to competing at the highest level across multiple categories. From dominant wins to consistent podium finishes, the Yamaha SEC Racing Team continues to deliver strong performances backed by preparation, discipline, and race-proven machines,” Yamaha Motor Philippines stated.

“With momentum building, Yamaha remains focused on sustaining its competitive edge and delivering results in the upcoming rounds,” it concluded.

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