Johor royal calls for incentives to boost motorsport
JOHOR BARU: There is significant potential to grow motorsport in Malaysia, but high costs must be addressed to make the sport more accessible, said Tunku Panglima Johor Tunku Abdul Rahman Sultan Ibrahim.
Johor royal Tunku Panglima Abdul Rahman Sultan Ibrahim has called for incentives to boost motorsport in Malaysia, citing the high costs that hinder the sport's growth. He emphasized that despite the sport's potential, it has yet to achieve the same level of popularity as other sports in the country. Tunku Abdul Rahman suggested tax relief for motorsport teams as one possible incentive to drive the sport's development.
During a question-and-answer session at Motorsports Talk 2.0 2026 at UTM, he highlighted the challenges faced by all teams, regardless of whether they participate in two-wheel or four-wheel motorsport, as the high costs remain prohibitive. The conference also featured Tunku Putera Ibrahim, UTM Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim, and QSR Brands CEO Nehchal Khanna.
Tunku Abdul Rahman shared his team's experience in international motorsport, including their recent Pro-Am victory at the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa in Belgium. He underscored that motorsport is not just about speed but also encompasses discipline, mental resilience, teamwork, strategy, innovation, and decision-making under pressure.
UTM Vice-Chancellor emphasized that the university is dedicated to producing graduates who can apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems, emphasizing the multidisciplinary nature of motorsport. QSR Brands' CEO echoed the sentiments, expressing pride in collaborating with UTM to provide students with hands-on experience beyond the classroom, drawing inspiration from successful international individuals.
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