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Malaysian E-Sport Racer Secures Victory In Gazoo Racing GR CGT Cup 2024

Taj Izrin Aiman from Malaysia wins a thrilling showdown

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Malaysian E-Sport Racer Secures Victory In Gazoo Racing GR CGT Cup 2024

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The dust has settled on the Gazoo Racing GR CGT Cup Asia 2024. The event culminated in a heart-pounding finale with 15 of the region’s top e-Motorsports racers faced off at the Connexion Conference and Event Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Racers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand competed in three exhilarating races on world-class circuits, all vying for the title of Asia Champion and the chance to represent the region in the GR GT Global Finals in Amsterdam in December.

Winners Circle

Gazoo Racing GR CGT Cup

Taj Izrin Aiman from Malaysia emerged as the Gazoo Racing GR GT Cup Asia 2024 Individual Champion with a total of 65 points, securing a well-deserved victory following a series of dramatic races. In second place, Andika Rama from Indonesia, the returning 2023 Individual Champion, showcased relentless determination, finishing with 57 points.

Fellow Indonesian, Moreno Pratama, in his first time placing in the Asia finals, claimed third on the podium with 48. The consistent performance from Rama and his fellow teammates also earned Indonesia the coveted Country Championship title.

Battle Of The Consoles

Gazoo Racing GR CGT Cup Winners

The competition, held on Gran Turismo 7 for PlayStation 5 (PS5) and PlayStation 4 (PS4), saw a blend of strategic prowess, precision driving, and bold moves across three races. Fans were treated to an unforgettable showdown on iconic tracks like Sardegna Windmills, Nürburgring Grand Prix (GP), and Fuji International Speedway.

The GR GT Cup Asia Finals 2024 also welcomed Razer Inc. as its official headset partner, equipping racers with wired Razer BlackShark V2 X e-sports headset, ensuring seamless, clear, and comfortable communication with their teams.

The championship was determined from cumulative points earned through finishing positions across all three races, the first five positions in qualifying rounds, and bonus points for the fastest laps in each of the three races. The top three individuals and teams each received a cash prize of USD 8,000, USD 4,500 and, USD 3,000, respectively.

With their victories secured, Aiman and Andika will represent Asia at the GR GT Global Finals on December 6 in Amsterdam, facing off against the world’s best e-Motorsports racers.

(Images: Toyota Gazoo Racing)

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