Aguilar reigns in Vermosa Speedfest

Great champion does not fade easily. Former Asian Motocross champion Glenn Aguilar proved that by winning two major categories in the inaugural staging of the Vermosa Speedfest held recently at the Vermosa Race Track inside the 700-hectare of this newly developed area in Daang-Hari, Cavite.

Banking on his vast championship experience, Aguilar reigned supreme in the Pro Open and Expert class in victories that proved that he’s still a force to reckon with.

He upstaged long-time rival Bornok Mangosong and Jonjon Adlawan.

Aguilar’s son, McLean, also showed a lot of promise by ruling the Intermediate class.

“Ang sabi ko nga kung tinalo niya ako maybe I’ll retire na,” said the elder Aguilar who competed with his son in one of the categories in the event presented by Vermosa.

Aguilar, who’s been involved in organizing this event, was able to convince legendary riders Butch Chase, Jovie Saulog and Jolet Jao among others to compete in the event.

The two-day event kicked off with an invitational mountain bike skills clinic for beginners and advanced cyclists where participants were given tips to improve their skills such as cornering, breaking, bunny hop, track stand, jumps and racing.

The veterans class was ruled by Jing Leongson with Jao ending up third.

Aguilar helped put up the Vermosa Race Track inside this 700-hectare owned by Ayala Land.

Juven Lagrada (Novice Production), Nino Dimaunahan (Beginners Class), Nickson delps Reyes (First Timers/Guests), Edwin Tabangay (Executive A Class), Jay Lacnit (Executive B), Janelle Saulog (Ladies Class), Ompong Gabriel (Mini Class), Samuel Wayet (65cc Kids), David Maglapo (50cc Kids), Joolee Mendoza (Open Enduro), Randy Dayao (Local Enduro), Kevin Marquez (Underbone).