24/11/2025
Race Report – IRGPXVIII | November 23, 2025 | Tarlac Circuit Hill
The IRGP weekend at Tarlac Circuit Hill unfolded with a sense of promise and momentum. From the moment the bike first touched the circuit, the pace spoke for itself. In QTT1, a commanding 1:07.651 set the tone, followed by an equally assertive 1:07.777 in QTT2 — both sessions topped, both statements of intent. With unmatched consistency and precision, Pole Position was secured.
When lights went out, the race began exactly as envisioned: a clean launch, a controlled lead, and a rhythm that suggested a strong campaign ahead. Yet motorsport, in all its beauty and brutality, often reminds us how thin the line is between triumph and misfortune. An abrupt electronics failure caused by a blown fuse brought the charge to an unexpected end, forcing a DNF despite the pace we carried.
Though the final result fell short of what our performance promised, the weekend revealed the true potential within the machine, the team, and our exceptional rider Mckinley Kyle Paz.
Moments like these forge resilience—and sharpen determination for the battles ahead.
It hurts, but that’s racing. We showed the speed to fight for the win, and that’s what we’re taking with us. We’ll rebuild, reset, and return.
To our dearest Boss Bob Lu of RCB Philippines and UMA Racing Philippines, our heartfelt gratitude extends to you. This endeavor would never have reached fruition without your unwavering guidance, trust, and support. Thank you, Boss Bob, for standing as the pillar behind our efforts and for believing in what we aim to build. Your presence remains invaluable to us.
To Boss Kenneth, Jhustine Ojenar Marcelo (Yawtech), Mark “Kulot,” and Roi of TSMP Phils., we offer our deepest thanks. Your guidance in sourcing the necessary components, your hands-on support in building the engine, and your work from the dyno room all the way to the racetrack itself have been nothing short of remarkable. Thank you — truly — for the strength and expertise you contributed.
To the RCB Marketing Group — Vernie, Sherwin, and Eldjay — we extend our sincere appreciation. Your proactive involvement, steady communication, and readiness to assist at every turn have been instrumental to this project’s success. Thank you for your dedication and for walking alongside us with such commitment.
To Sir Gian of Imprint Customs, we deeply appreciate your craftsmanship and attention to detail in providing us with our beautiful uniform jersey. Your work added identity and pride to our team.
To Yamaha Philippines Racing Team, thank you for entrusting Kyle with the opportunity to ride our race machine. Your support added not only capability, but the speed and strength we needed toward the closing stages. Your contribution elevated our performance beyond measure.
And lastly, to our Boss Wilhelm Dacquel of Verdax Builders, our profound gratitude goes to you. You were the one who envisioned this team from the very beginning. Your steadfast provision, leadership, and belief in what we aimed to accomplish have carried us through every stage. Thank you, Boss Wilhelm, for being the cornerstone of this entire undertaking.
all of you — our mentors, partners, and steadfast allies — thank you. Your presence transforms challenges into possibilities, and your support fuels our pursuit of excellence. We carry your names with pride, and we remain honored to represent you on and off the track.
Your collective support strengthens our journey and fuels our passion. We are truly grateful to have all of you with us.
The mission continues, the fire remains. We’ll return to the grid with renewed purpose.
