SEPANG, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The less-than-ideal track conditions at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) are set to pose a major challenge to riders as they seek to remain competitive throughout the 2026 Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix (GP).
Sepang Track Conditions Pose Challenge To Riders - Zulfahmi
sports, MotoGP, Moto3, SIC, Zulfahmi Khairuddin
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The Sepang International Circuit’s deteriorating track surface is reducing tyre grip, slowing lap times by over a second and forcing teams to fine‑tune bike setups for the 2026 Malaysian MotoGP.
- Track damage is causing poor grip for Moto3 and MotoGP riders.
- Lap times are more than a second slower than the circuit record.
- Teams must adjust bike setups closely to stay competitive, especially in the final laps.
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