Excerpt: Fresh off his maiden CP125 victory, PETRONAS Sprinta Yamaha Maju Motor’s Md Adie Putra Sukarno is ready to embrace the ultimate test of coordination and machinery at the historic first-ever night race in LYL International Karting Circuit.
Md Adie Putra Sukarno is heading into Round 6 of the 2026 PETRONAS MAM Malaysian Cub Prix Championship with sky-high confidence. The PETRONAS Sprinta Yamaha Maju Motor rider recently broke his long-awaited win drought in the highly competitive CP125 class during the previous round, and he is now determined to carry that golden momentum into a historic weekend.
This upcoming leg marks a monumental milestone for the championship: the first-ever night race in Malaysian Cub Prix history. The battle will take place under the floodlights at the highly technical LYL International Karting Circuit.
A Long-Awaited Breakthrough
Looking back at his spectacular victory in Round 5, the Melaka-born rider described the milestone as the ultimate reward after enduring a grueling season filled with setbacks.
“Alhamdulillah, the wait felt incredibly long because every single round threw different obstacles and severe tests my way as I chased the championship title,” Adie shared. “Securing P1 in the CP125 category is an achievement I am deeply grateful for. After the rain cleared, the rainbow finally emerged for our team.”
He emphasized that the victory did more than add a trophy to his cabinet—it lifted a massive psychological weight off his shoulders.
“That success wasn’t just about a trophy; it reignited my fire to prove my capabilities. Now, the psychological burden has transformed into massive motivation to maintain this momentum and stay consistent at the front of the pack.”
The Ultimate Challenge: Racing Under the Floodlights
Round 6 throws a completely new variable at the grid. The CP125 class is notorious for close-quarter, aggressive racing, and taking that action to a narrow, technical karting track at night means physical endurance and sharp visual focus will be tested to their absolute limits.
| Race Variables | Technical Impacts & Challenges |
| Track Layout | Narrow and highly technical circuit, leaving zero room for unforced errors. |
| Visibility | Racing under artificial lights requires intense eye-to-mind coordination. |
| Temperature Drop | Cooler night air increases engine air density but drastically lowers track temperatures, altering tire grip. |
Adie is fully aware of the stakes:
“Racing at night for the first time in the history of this championship will undoubtedly make the competition fiercer and more thrilling. For me, the priority is to give maximum commitment to the team and keep a razor-sharp focus ahead without making simple mistakes on this narrow track.”
Tactical Preparations and Engine Tuning
To counter the lack of baseline historical data for night racing at LYL, Adie and his crew have undergone specialized preparation. This included night simulation training sessions to adapt his visual coordination and fine-tune the reactions of his Yamaha Lagenda 115Z machine.
“From a technical standpoint, the cooler track and ambient temperatures will definitely affect tire grip and engine air density,” Adie explained. “The team has done the groundwork early and is fully prepared to make drastic setup adjustments on the fly if the track conditions shift unexpectedly.”
Eyes on the Championship Prize
As the championship race intensifies, Adie remains fiercely focused on the bigger picture—accumulating maximum points.
“Our goal is clear. If the machinery and my physical condition are at their absolute optimum, the team’s target is to step back onto the podium and solidify our overall championship points standings.”