Jumpstarting the new year filled with enthusiasm, green means go for Yamaha Motor Philippines as it pledged for a stronger backing system for its racers –both circuit and off-road, revisiting its vision to create champion-caliber athletes.
Last weekend, the automotive giant gathered its Philippine team racers, satellite teams, and some club team members in a celebration in the Karrera Showroom Cafe in Alabang to kick off the action-packed 2024 season ahead.
Yamaha Motor Philippines reintroduced the faces of its racing arm with ‘Wonderboy’ Mckinley Kyle Paz, Yamaha Philippines Racing Team’s lone ARRC SS600 representative, leading the group of circuit stars alongside competitors of ARRC UB150, Gian Carlo Mauricio and April King Mascardo.
Meanwhile off-road members Bornok Mangosong and Pia Gabriel also shared the stage to talk about the journey that was, and the path ahead.
The groups each had time to share about their journeys from the past year, and talked about their plans for the forthcoming season.
Moto2 European participant, Mckinley Kyle Paz, bared that it’s all gas and no brakes for growth, this time around.
“Ip-priority ko muna na kalabanin sarili ko, dahil sa ganitong paraan, mas mabilis ang pag-improve sa sarili,” he said during the press interview.
Meanwhile, the most veteran pool member Bornok Mangosong shared his wisdom to the younger reps, especially his dirt road teammate, Pia.
“I’m a firm believer that hard work, humility, and consistency will take you further than just talent,” he said.
Apart from the big names, Yamaha Motor Philippines also took the time to introduce its satellite teams, composed of 4S1M Yamaha Evo Racing Team, and SEC Yamaha Racing Team during the event, reiterating its vision to develop more local racers and open doors for opportunities to grow and be champions.
4S1M is led by “The Hitman” J.E. Inguito who will be competing in the UB150 category of the ARRC, meanwhile SEC’s JD Purino, Andrei Reyes, and Bethany Tolentino will continue their foothold on national competitions.
Marketing Section Manager Toni Acuesta spoke on behalf of the executives, announcing the strengthened support to be given to all sectors of the Yamaha Philippines Racing Team.
He said: “This year, we are much more challenged, we aim to surpass what we achieved in the past years. With more support from executives, media, and various club teams, we are excited to see what lies ahead.”
Yamaha Motor Philippines also unveiled the replica of their custom circuit bikes to be used by Kyle, April, and Gian.
And to cap off the party, the group had a social night in the automotive-themed cafe with good food and drinks served to fuel fruitful conversations and help build connections among the community.
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