AEON CREDIT ANNOUNCED AS NEW TITLE SPONSOR FOR MAM AWARDS NIGHT 2024, CELEBRATING 22 PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS

Tuesday, 25 February 2025 – Motorsports Association of Malaysia (“MAM”) proudly marked the return of the MAM Awards Night 2024, held at M Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur, following a six-year break. The evening was attended by prominent figures, including YB Hannah Yeoh and YB Anthony Loke, highlighting the Government’s continued support towards to the growth and development of the motorsports industry in Malaysia.

During his speech, Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir, President of MAM, shared, “Bringing back this event reflects our dedication to recognising the hard work and achievements in Malaysian motorsport. It is not just about winning but about creating a strong, sustainable future for the sport. Tonight, we celebrate those who have contributed to taking Malaysian motorsports to new heights, and we look forward to a bright future. Our goal is to make this an annual fixture in the motorsports calendar.”

The evening also saw AEON Credit Service (M) Berhad (“AEON Credit”) stepping in as the new title sponsor for the event. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the continued development of Malaysian motorsports, showcasing top local talents while furthering the the sports in the years to come.

Mr Daisuke Maeda, Managing Director of AEON Credit added, “We are deeply honored to be part of this exciting new chapter for Malaysian motorsports. This partnership reflects AEON Credit’s commitment to supporting and advancing the sport while staying true to our purpose of Bringing Finance Closer to Everyone – ensuring that financial support is accessible when it’s needed the most. We take great pride in recognising the passion,
talent, and dedication of those driving its success. Together, we strive to inspire future generations of athletes and elevate the industry to new heights.”

The evening featured 22 award categories, including several new honors, celebrating the outstanding contributions of Malaysian athletes, teams, and organizations to both local and international motorsports.
The Malaysia Motorsports Hall of Fame inducted three exceptional individuals; including Datuk Ahmad Mustafa, a key figure in establishing Sepang International Circuit (SIC) as a prominent venue for both local and international races; Barry Leong Foo Hin, who helped shape the careers of renowned riders like Syahrol Yuzy Ahmad Zaini, Hafizh Syahrin, and Wazi Abdul Hamid; and Wazi Abdul Hamid, known as the “Raja Kapcai”.

In recognition of the immense contribution to bringing the Formula 1 Malaysian Grand Prix to Sepang International Circuit (SIC) for a major milestone that put Malaysia on the global motorsports map, the Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Allahyarham Tan Sri Basir Ismail.

This event was made possible through the generous support of AEON Credit, alongside other esteemed sponsors including GINTELL, Safe Aim Mutual, RCB, MODENAS, Porsche Malaysia and Aprilia. The invaluable contributions were key to the event’s success of MAM Awards Night 2024.

The winners were presented with uniquely crafted trophies made from reclaimable wood by The Green Factory. Some of the evening’s top awards include:
• International Driver of the Year – Amirul Taufek
• National Driver of the Year – Hayden Haikal
• Young Driver of the Year – Katrina Ee Wing Thung
• Female Driver of the Year – Ng Aik Sha
• 4-Wheel Team of the Year – Wing Hin Motorsports
• International Rider of the Year – Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah
• AEON Credit National Rider of the Year – Muhammad Helmi Azman
• Young Rider of the Year – Qabil Irfan Azlan
• AEON Credit Female Rider of the Year – Saidatul Zakirah Zairin
• 2-Wheel Team of the Year – Yamaha Tekhne Racing Team Asia
• E-Motorsports Competitor of the Year – Nabil Nor Azlan
• Story of the Year (Electronic Media) – Zaidan Zainudin (Z-Garage)
• Story of the Year (Online/Social Media) – Sanjay Madhav (WapCar)
• Story of the Year (Print Media) – Saiful Affendy Sapran (Harian Metro)
• Photo of the Year – Mohd Hizami Roslan (Senshi Visual)
• Organiser of the Year – Kelab Sukan Bermotor MSF
• KBS Motorsports Development Award – Kelab Sukan Rekreasi Trolak
• Lifetime Achievement Award – Allahyarham Tan Sri Basir Ismail
• Most Distinguished Woman in Motorsports Award – Dr. Nor Azlin Zainal Abidin
• Industry Excellence Award – PETRONAS
• Malaysia Motorsports Hall of Fame – Datuk Ahmad Mustafa
• Malaysia Motorsports Hall of Fame – Barry Leong Foo Hin
• Malaysia Motorsports Hall of Fame – Wazi Abdul Hamid
• Malaysia Motorsports Icon – Azlan Shah Kamaruzam