Sepang boss backs Danish for home success despite recent struggles
KUALA LUMPUR: Despite suffering a dip in form recently, Sepang International Circuit (SIC) remains confident that Hakim Danish Ramli has what it takes to finish on the podium at the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia which starts tomorrow.
Despite a recent decline in performance, Sepang International Circuit (SIC) chief executive officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif remains confident that rookie rider Hakim Danish Ramli can secure a podium finish at the upcoming Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia. Danish has shown impressive form this season, finishing third at Mugello and claiming his first grand prix victory at Brno in July, becoming the first Malaysian to achieve this feat since 2016.
However, Danish's recent form has been less impressive, with only two top-10 finishes since then, with his last top-10 result coming at the Red Bull Ring four rounds ago.
Shafriman acknowledges the pressure Danish is under, but believes he will rise to the occasion at his home circuit. Danish is a product of SIC's rider development program, managed by ZK Racing. Shafriman stated, "For Danish, we do not have to give him (additional) pressure as there is already pressure on him." He expressed confidence that everyone expects Danish to finish on the podium, citing the sold-out "Hakim Danish Tribune" fanbase.
Shafriman also highlighted that Danish's preparations and mental strength will be crucial for his home race. The rider's grid position will be key this weekend, as he will need to battle with other competitors to secure a strong starting position. Junior riders Qayyim Razin Razali, Naqib Rifqi Zulhelmi, and Qabil Irfan Azlan will also compete in the Moto4 Asia Cup at Sepang this weekend.
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