Race fans are invited to join a long weekend filled with excitement at the 2026 MSF Merdeka Race at the PETRONAS Sepang International Circuit from 29-30 August. This event, part of Malaysia’s 69th Merdeka celebration, will feature over 200 racing vehicles and 300 competitors.
Now in its 9th year, the MSF Merdeka Endurance races will include a challenging 111-lap race for cars, covering about 615km on the 5.534km circuit, and a 33-lap race for Superbikes, totaling nearly 183km.
The MSF SuperTurismo Merdeka 111 Endurance race for cars requires teams to have at least two drivers per car and to make at least two three-minute pit stops. Each team will create different racing strategies based on their planning, leading to unique approaches during the race. There are seven classes for this race: Super Series Limited; EXN GT86 x BRZ Racing Cup; Super Compatto; Standard Production; Standard Production MAX; Super Production; and K-Series Battle.
The MSF SuperTurismo Merdeka 111 Endurance race starts at 5.30pm on Sunday, 30 August. Teams will compete through the evening and finish just before midnight as Malaysia celebrates its 69th Merdeka Day.
This exciting weekend includes both car and motorcycle races.
On Saturday, 29 August, the event begins with three night sprint races. There will be two five-lap races in the Super Unlimited class and one eight-lap race in the Skilldrvn One Make Race Series, running from 9.00pm to 11.35pm.
On Sunday, 30 August, motorcycle racers will take the spotlight in the morning. The American V-Twin Cup by Prodigy Racecraft features Harley-Davidson motorcycles in a seven-lap race. This is followed by the MotoMSF Superbikes Merdeka 33 Endurance, which is a 33-lap race from 11.30am to 2.00pm. In this race, a team of two riders takes turns racing non-stop, making mandatory pit stops every 8 laps. It’s a tough challenge in the Malaysian heat, especially for riders in their full leather suits. This race, which started last year, has attracted many riders from the region.
In the afternoon on Sunday, four-wheel racing resumes with the second part of the Skilldrvn One Make Race Series, featuring a 10-lap race at 2.15pm. This is followed by the Merdeka 75 Cup at 3.00pm. This 75-minute endurance race will include four classes: Saga Cup, MyVi Cup, CamPro Cup, and Tuner Production.
“The Merdeka race has grown tremendously over the years, and being able to put together the annual 111 laps endurance is a significant milestone for MSF,” said Adian Yein Khalid, MSF Principal.
“What makes this race special is that it brings together veteran racers and newer faces, established teams and some of the region’s experienced competitors on the same grid. It is a true test of speed, consistency, strategy and teamwork, and we are proud to see how far the event has come as well as how it has contributed to motorsports both locally and internationally.”
Returning to defend the overall Merdeka Race title they won last year will be veteran racer Faidzil Alang and Mohamed Hafez, amidst a grid of strong local contenders as well as racers from Thailand, Indonesia and Hong Kong.
Paddock passes are available on site for just RM45, giving fans access to the race weekend from 10.00am to 11.00pm. Better yet, children below 12 years old enter free, making it a perfect family weekend at the circuit. Beyond the racing action, fans can explore the paddock, refuel at a selection of food trucks, and shop for merchandise and motorsport goodies from participating vendors throughout both days.
The MSF Merdeka Race is organized by Kelab Sukan Motor MSF Malaysia, an official club registered with the Malaysian Sports Commission and an affiliate member of the Motorsports Association of Malaysia (MAM).