Sultan Ibrahim congratulates Johor Motorsport team on GT World Challenge Asia Victory
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has congratulated Johor Motorsport Racing (JMR) on their latest triumph in the GT World Challenge Asia, describing it as a meaningful birthday gift.
The King extended his congratulations to the team following their stellar performance in the second race of the championship's Buriram round at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand.
"JMR's victory today — securing first place in the second race and second place yesterday (May 31) — is a sweet gift for me in conjunction with my official birthday celebration," His Majesty said in a Facebook post today.
His official birthday is celebrated on June 2, which is also a national public holiday.
Sultan Ibrahim specifically praised the efforts of his son, Tunku Panglima Johor Tunku Abdul Rahman Sultan Ibrahim and his teammate Ben Green for their outstanding teamwork and success.
To his other son, Tunku Putera Johor Tunku Abu Bakar, who also competed in the event, His Majesty offered words of encouragement.
"Do not be disheartened or give up. Continue fighting in the upcoming races," he wrote.
A long-time motorsport enthusiast, Sultan Ibrahim has been a consistent supporter of the Johor royal family's involvement in competitive racing.
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