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Motorcycle racer Farres Putra dies after accident at Cub Prix

The Motorsports Association of Malaysia said the accident took place at turn 3 on the opening lap of the race at the Terengganu motor racing circuit.

Motorcycle racer Farres Putra dies after accident at Cub Prix

Malaysian Cub Prix rider Farres Putra Fadhill has tragically passed away after sustaining injuries in an accident during the CP150 final of the fifth round of the Malaysian Cub Prix Championship at the Terengganu motor circuit. The 18-year-old CKJ Racing rider collided with another racer at Turn 3 during the opening lap of the race.

Emergency medical services rushed Putra to Hospital Nur Zahirah in Kuala Terengganu, but doctors were unable to save his life. The circumstances of the accident will be investigated in line with standard sporting and safety protocols.

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