Michelin 12H Malaysia Set to Debut at Sepang International Circuit
News & Announcements Malaysia Sepang International Circuit June 19
SEPANG, MALAYSIA (June 18, 2025) — Creventic has officially announced that Michelin 12H Malaysia will make its debut this December at the iconic Sepang International Circuit, marking the first-ever endurance event of the Michelin 24H SERIES in the Far East .
Event Schedule & Format
- Date: Saturday, 6 December 2025.
- Opening week events: Includes two Creventic Track Days plus testing, practice, and qualifying on Friday, 5 December.
- Race: A non‑stop, 12‑hour format serving as the opening round of the 2025/26 Michelin 24H SERIES Middle East calendar.
- Circuit details: The 5.5 km, 15‑corner Sepang layout promises a high‑speed, multi‑phase endurance challenge under tropical conditions.
Strong Entry List Taking Shape
- Over 20 entries have already been received .
- Viper Niza Racing (Shah Alam‑based) will enter two Mercedes‑AMG GT3s .
- Notable contenders include Absolute Racing / B‑Quick, Car Collection Motorsport, HRT Performance, Earl Bamber Motorsport (EBM), Vortex 2.0, Team Sorg Rennsport (three‑car entry), Continental Racing by Simpson, Volante Rosso Motorsport, Speedlover, Razoon More Than Racing, 111 Racing, and more.
Creventic CEO David Vink commented:
"…visiting Sepang is something our staple race teams … have been asking about for a number of years … we will expect an incredibly strong and healthy grid…"
Significance of the Race
- This marks the first Michelin 24H SERIES race in Asia, spotlighting Sepang's global motorsport pedigree as a former Formula 1, MotoGP, WTCR, and World Superbike venue.
- By positioning the race in early December, Creventic aligns it as a strategic curtain‑raiser to the Middle East season.
Looking Ahead
- With the race gaining traction in the region, fans and teams can expect further details on the full entry list, support races, broadcast partners, and ticketing options in the upcoming months.
Summary Table
Detail | Information |
---|---|
Event | Michelin 12H Malaysia |
Date | 5–6 Dec 2025 |
Format | 12‑hour endurance |
Venue | Sepang International Circuit |
Grid | 20+ entries, including local and international GT3 teams |
Significance | First Michelin 24H SERIES race in Asia |
This landmark event brings top endurance racing back to Malaysia after a hiatus and marks Sepang's resurgence on the global endurance stage. Let me know if you'd like expanded media quotes, driver/team bios, or expert analysis accompanying this story!
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