Two Bangladeshi drivers named Avik Anwar and Ishayet Hossain have proudly represented the red and green flag at the Sepang 1,000km endurance race, also known as S1K, one of the toughest endurance races in Malaysia.
The race, earlier known as the Merdeka Millenium Endurance Race (MMER), takes place over a total of 1,000km and it is only open to production cars with engine capacities below 1,600cc.
The 2022 version of the nine-hour race took Yokohama as the official partner, said a press release issued on Friday.
Ishayet Hossain, 18, has become a GT race car sensation in Bangladesh.
CourtesyHe has set a remarkable example for motorsport enthusiasts to follow and with continued hard work he may just be on his way to becoming the world's next GT Racing superstar.
Ishayet made history by achieving a fitting podium second finish at the Sepang 1,000 in Malaysia. It is a tremendous feat of skill and perseverance, proving that anything is possible with dedication and hard work.
The young talent said: “I have been able to stay focused and energized due to the incredible support from the Bangladeshi people.”
“What I've learned from my various races is that if you can find the balance between winning and losing, you will ultimately come out ahead,” said Ishayet, while recalling his earlier days of honing his driving skills.
CourtesyHe concluded by saying: “There have been some tough times but I've never forgotten that if I stay focused and determined, anything is possible.”
Some of his remarkable achievements include being the junior champion of the VW Polo Cup. His consistent top-tier finishes in Gulf Pro Car Championship Dubai and the Malaysian Championship Series were the testaments to his racing craft and dedication.
In Bangladesh, there has been a rise in demand for personal transport and an influx of purchasing power.
