PM Anwar Among Racing Buffs In Sepang To Watch Marquez Win Malaysian GP

SEPANG, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today spent time watching the 2026 Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix (GP) race at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) here.

Anwar’s arrival was welcomed by Minister of Youth and Sports Dr. Mohammed Taufiq Johari and SIC Chief Executive Officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif.

He was then brought to tour the K2 Hillstand spectator seating area before heading to the starting grid to mingle with spectators ahead of the MotoGP class race, which began at 3 pm.

The atmosphere at the racing circuit was further enlighthened by a rendition of the national anthem, Negaraku, by National Songstress Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Tarudin.

Today's race saw Ducati Lenovo Team rider Marc Marquez strengthen his position at the summit of the 2026 MotoGP world championship after emerging as the champion, followed by Pedro Acosta of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing in second place and Alex Marquez of BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP in third.

The victory saw Marc Marquez collect 399 points, thereby widening the gap to 44 points over his closest challenger, Jorge Martin of Aprilia Racing, who now has 355 points.

Meanwhile, the Prime Minister shared in a Facebook post that he took the time to mingle with MADANI MotoGP ticket holders, check up on them, and share their excitement in anticipating the racing action.

Anwar said he was also pleased to see the warm response from fans who took the opportunity to enjoy various culinary treats from 30 local vendors operating at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC).

“Besides adding to the lively atmosphere of the MotoGP, this initiative also gives local vendors the opportunity to introduce their products to a larger crowd of visitors,” he said.

He also expressed his appreciation to the Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and all parties who made the initiative a success in conjunction with the MotoGP championship.

--BERNAMA