Here are the results of Round 1 of the 2024 MSCC Miata Spec Series
After a successful holding of the first round of the 2024 Manila Sports Car Club (MSCC) Miata Spec Series, Mazda Philippines, under Bermaz Auto Philippines, Inc. (BAP), has announced its winners.
The first round of this season of the one-make race was officially flagged off at the Batangas Racing Circuit in Rosario, Batangas last May 25, 2024. The day was met with unpredictable weather conditions, adding a challenge to the racers.
In the Shell Pro Class, Tyson Sy secured a victory in both races during Round 1, while setting the fastest lap in each race. The previous season’s overall champion, Juha Turalba, delivered a strong performance by finishing in third for Race 1 and finishing second in Race 2. Guest driver Gaby Dela Merced got a second place finish in Race 1 and third place finish in Race 2.
Next is the B.R.M. Chronographes Masters Class, which is for racers 55 years old and above, regardless of past racing experience. Windy Imperial claimed victory in Race 1 and second in Race 2. Michael Jordan made a strong debut with a third place finish in Race 1 and a win in Race 2. Jean Dejardin earned a second place in Race 1 and third in Race 2.
Finally, in the GT Radial Sportsman Class, Javier Toledo dominated his class winning both Race 1 and Race 2. In both races, he was followed by Enzo Celestino in second place, and first-year MSCC Miata Spec Series racer, John Bornilla, in third.
PHOTO FROM MAZDA PHILIPPINES.
The top 10 overall driver standings are as follows:
- Tyson Sy (Shell Pro) – 42 points
- Juha Turalba (Shell Pro) – 27 points
- Gaby Dela Merced (Shell Pro) – 25 points
- Javier Toledo (GT Radial Sportsman) – 20 points
- Windy Imperial (B.R.M Chronographes Masters) – 16 points
- Michael Jordan (B.R.M Chronographes Masters) – 11 points
- Jean Dejardin (B.R.M Chronographes Masters) – 8 points
- Red Diwa (Shell Pro) – 6 points
- Enzo Celestino (GT Radial Sportsman) – 4 points
- Toti Turalba (B.R.M Chronographes Masters) – 4 points
“It was a fabulous Leg 1 of the 2024 MSCC Miata Spec Series,” says Mazda Philippines President Mr. Steven Tan. “The weather didn’t dampen the spirit of everyone at the Batangas Racing Circuit. This is definitely club racing at its best. When the lights go out, the competition is intense, but it’s also camaraderie at every level.”
MSCC Miata Spec Series race cars are all built from showroom-standard Mazda MX-5 Soft Top units, with all vehicles having the same set of modifications and accessories for the race series. Leg 2 will be held on July 20, 2024 (Saturday) at the Clark International Speedway in Pampanga.
