Anticipating the upcoming worldwide circuit championships, Bekir Yunus Uçar, the President of the Turkish Motorcycle Federation (TMF), expressed his expectations for a minimum of two world championships from a pool of fantastic abilities together with Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, Bahattin Sofuoğlu, Deniz Öncü, and Can Öncü this season.
Uçar, a key determine in motorsports with a eager eye for rising abilities, shared insights into the federation’s preparations and techniques for the brand new season in an unique dialog with Anadolu Agency (AA).
Highlighting the meticulous coordination led by TMF nationwide group captain Kenan Sofuoğlu, Uçar emphasised the rigorous coaching regimes of Toprak Razgatlıoğlu within the World Superbike Championship, Can Öncü and Bahattin Sofuoğlu within the World Supersport, and Deniz Öncü ascending to the Moto2 class.
“Our nation’s pride rests on the shoulders of these four outstanding athletes – Toprak, Bahattin, Can, and Deniz – as they gear up to commence their races toward the end of February. Naturally, our ultimate aspiration for all our international contenders is nothing short of clinching the world championship title. With their dedicated preparation during the offseason camps and fruitful testing sessions, coupled with unwavering support from their respective teams, we fervently anticipate witnessing at least two of our athletes ascend to the pinnacle of global success by the end of the season,” Uçar asserted with palpable optimism.
Turning the main focus towards Asrın Rodi Pak, who made waves within the earlier season’s World Endurance Championship, Uçar reiterated the federation’s dedication to nurturing expertise beneath Kenan Sofuoğlu.
He hinted at collaborative deliberations to chart Pak’s worldwide trajectory, acknowledging the athlete’s openness to numerous alternatives on the worldwide stage.
Afyonkarahisar expectations
Under the auspices of the Turkish Presidency, Uçar unveiled plans to host the ultimate stage of the World Motocross Championship in Afyonkarahisar as soon as once more, projecting a file attendance surpassing 500,000 spectators.
“The World Motocross Championship in Afyonkarahisar has become a cherished tradition, symbolizing the pinnacle of sustainable sporting events on an international scale within Türkiye. Our sustained efforts, buoyed by overwhelming support from the community and local authorities, have consistently elevated both the spectator experience and the sporting prowess showcased on the track. This year, we anticipate not only a thrilling display of athletic prowess but also an unparalleled celebration of sport, poised to invigorate tourism in the region. Our ambition is to welcome over 500,000 spectators, affirming Afyonkarahisar’s status as a premier destination for motorsports enthusiasts worldwide,” Uçar articulated with satisfaction.
Noting the resounding endorsement from world motocross groups for the Afyonkarahisar circuit and its organizational excellence, Uçar underscored the substantial attain and promotional worth garnered from the earlier yr’s occasion, highlighting its transformative impression on the area’s visibility.
Kayseri showdown
In a historic milestone, Uçar revealed plans to host the inaugural World Snow Motorcycle Championship at Mount Erciyes in Kayseri beneath the esteemed patronage of the Presidency, heralding a brand new period for winter sports activities in Türkiye.
“Our foremost objective is to showcase Mount Erciyes and its burgeoning ski resort as a global hub for sporting excellence, providing a platform to spotlight Türkiye’s remarkable prowess in organizing world-class events. With the World Snow Motorcycle Championship slated for March 8-10 in Kayseri, we embark on a journey to introduce motorsports aficionados to the exhilarating thrill of snow motorcycle racing for the first time in Türkiye. Featuring the world’s finest snow motorcycle riders amid a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes, coupled with a myriad of engaging festivities, we envisage a spectacle that will captivate audiences far and wide,” Uçar mentioned.
Furthermore, Uçar outlined plans to broaden the footprint of bike sports activities throughout japanese and southeastern Anatolia, emphasizing collaborative engagements with provincial governors to tailor sporting occasions to the distinctive cultural heritage of every area. From motocross to enduro races and even the progressive inclusion of jet ski championships in culturally vital locales like Hasankeyf, Uçar emphasised the federation’s dedication to fostering sporting variety whereas selling Türkiye’s wealthy heritage on a worldwide stage.
Uçar additionally reiterated that the federation’s imaginative and prescient transcends mere sporting endeavors, aiming to harness the transformative energy of sports activities tourism to complement communities, amplify historic narratives and showcase Türkiye’s multifaceted identification by a sporting lens.
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