Aeziah Divine Reflects On Racing Season
Bermudian motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine expressed his pride in racing five of the eight rounds in the R&G British Talent Cup [BTC] this season.
Divine began the season racing for Microlise Cresswell Racing, a British development team, before joining the Sencat Talent Team/Mortimer Racing – Victoria House Academy as a guest rider in the highly competitive Moto3 class.
“Despite disruptions at the beginning of my rookie season, I’m proud to have completed five of the eight rounds and made the most out of every minute,” Divine wrote on social media.
His rookie season came with numerous challenges, from adapting to new teams and bikes to balancing his life between Spain and England.
“It took a lot coming into BTC while living between Spain and the UK, recovering from a severe hand injury from last season, and getting up to pace with new teams, different bikes, and the national paddock,” he said.
“But even though there were a lot of challenges, I had an amazing time and can’t wait to return in 2025 with all the insight and experience gained.”
The 14-year-old said he is eager to continue refining his skills during the off-season and focus on improving his handling on the Honda NSF250R Moto3.
“Each round revealed strengths and areas to focus on, so we’re excited to work with the best people to get me there,” he said.
Divine also took a moment to honour John Cresswell, his former team boss at Microlise Cresswell Racing, who passed away during the season.
“I wouldn’t have started this year at BTC if it wasn’t for John Cresswell and the Microlise Cresswell Racing team,” Divine said.
“I will always remember John and am grateful to him for making me feel comfortable and setting up the opportunities he did.”
The young rider also thanked the Sencat Talent Team/Mortimer Racing – Victoria House Academy for stepping in during a pivotal moment.
After missing round four at the Snetterton Circuit in Norwich due to not having a ride, the team welcomed him as a guest rider, allowing him to continue his season.
“I received a warm welcome from the beginning, and they gave me a great bike and the support to push forward,” said Divine, who lives in Oxford, England.
“I really enjoyed learning from [team-mates] Lucas [Brown], Alexander [Rowan], and Charlie [Barnes] and appreciate everything that the team did.”
In addition to his racing teams, Divine acknowledged the unwavering support of his family and sponsors, who made his season possible.
“I want to say a special thank you to everyone who made it possible for me this season – my parents, brother and sisters; it’s a big sacrifice to be on this journey,” he added.
“It wouldn’t be possible to race without the support of my sponsors and the Bermuda Government’s Department of Sport and Recreation, so a massive thank you to them.
“With everything I have learned this year and what I’ll be working on over the winter, I can’t wait to be back out and fighting forward!”
