Adlawan gearing up for Kopiko supercross

Cebu’s John Eleazar Adlawan is stepping up his preparations for his upcoming clash against rival Glenn Aguilar in the 6th Round of the Kopiko Astig 3inONE Supercross Series to be held in Tacloban City on June 22 and 23.

Adlawan, competing for team Kopiko that is composed of Cebuano motocross riders, will be facing off with Aguilar of Manila in the pro-lite and pro-open categories, where the latter is leading in the standings for the “Rider of the Year” plum.

Aguilar beat Adlawan in the pro-lite category and defeated the latter’s teammate Jubenile Abellar in the pro-open category in the fifth leg held in Dipolog City last May.

According to Adlawan, he has to improve his speed in the starting area to gain a lead against Aguilar. He also cited that he has to prevent any mistakes in the upcoming race for him to be able to outrun Aguilar.

“I’m more confident when I’m done with my training,” said Adlawan. “I have to correct all of the mistakes I committed in the fifth leg. I know that he is a tough opponent, but with hard work and determination, I know can beat him.”

Adlawan is currently training with teammates Giovanni and Juvenile Abellar, Agdo Disipolo and Resty dela Calzada.

Meanwhile, Team KTM, team Quickflight and team Pacquiao headed by Buboy Fernandez, are expected to compete in Tacloban for the sixth leg.

The race is organized by Man and Machine Sports Promotions.