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The Asia Production 250cc never cease to inject excitement and cheer into the atmosphere as riders complements the challenge with their suave moves for a winning moment. Aldi Satya Mahendra of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia is further fuelled for Round 4 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which will be held at Sepang International Circuit this weekend. The Indonesian lad took a shot at the podium for the first time this season in Round 3 held at Sugo International Racing Course. While the circuit was known for its menacing turns, Race 1 was made even more strenuous when a downpour hit the ground. As a result, Aldi who was taking lead among the troop of riders succumbed to a fall and did not finish the race. Commenting on his race in Japan, Aldi said, “I was already feeling comfortable and confident with the machine and the circuit since the free practice session. Although I had an incident in FP2 and was declared unfit for FP3, I was determined to continue with the race. I remember being at the hotel that day and thought about what I would miss out on if I failed to race so I worked on my courage and went on to race. I focused and tried my best to not make any mistakes.” In Race 2 however, Aldi displayed some excellent moves with confidence in hand. He managed to find his pace and the right manoeuvring techniques before crossing the chequered flag just in time to bag the second spot on the podium. For a newbie in the AP250 category, Aldi may have struggled in the season opener but progress was seen as he continued to stay above the top ten rank in the following races. He currently takes the top five spot overall with a total of 60 points. The 16 years old rider began his racing career at the age of 7. On ARRC, he said, “There are many challenges riding in the ARRC. However, with the experiences that I have gained over the years, I will work on my setbacks to continue doing better. For Sepang this weekend, I will try to get as many points as possible and be on the top three list.” “As for the preparations, it is all about improving my riding performance and giving in a 100% focus. I like the Sepang circuit especially the rolling speed as there are quite a number on that circuit. The aim is to be in control of my machine and performances so that I can make it to the podium.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Asia Production 250cc category completed Round 3 when Race 2 ended with Md Adenanta Putra of ASTRA Honda Racing Team topping the chart at the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which was held at Sugo International Racing Course. In the first four laps, Adenanta took lead with Rheza Danica Ahrens close behind, lurking for a chance to beat him at P1. However, Adenanta had his footing strong on the ground as he circled four laps at P1 before Aiki Iyoshi made his move to grab the spot. It was then a fiery battle between Aiki and Adenanta who went in and out of P1 before Aiki found his pace back at P1 for the remaining five laps. However, at the last lap, Adenanta found the opportunity to switch positions with Aiki and as the race heated up with the latter revving on to take dominance, a casualty struck, dragging down three riders including Aiki. The casualty was an open goal for Adenanta who was already leading, to make a dash across the finish line. He marked his fastest at 20’35:492s. Commenting on the race, Adenanta said, “First of all, I would like to thank everyone who has been truly supportive of my endeavours especially my team of mechanics and crew who have worked their best to enhance the performance of the machine.” “For today’s race, I pushed myself from the very beginning. Mid lap however, my tires were already wearing out and it became a little challenging. Nevertheless, I managed to keep up to the rhythm and at the last lap, I made it ahead of others.” Quickly taking the P2 and the second spot on the podium was Aldi Satya Mahendra of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia at 20’38:742s. At third place, it was Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, logging in at 20’41:740s. Top 5 Winners – Race 2 Md Adenanta Putra, ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 20’35:492s Aldi Satya Mahendra, YAMAHA Racing Indonesia, 20’38:742s Herjun Atna Firdaus, ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 20’41:740s Ryunosuke Nakamura, ENDLESS TEAM SHANTI, 20’43:245s Reynaldo C. Ratukore, ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 20’43:279s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Takahide Tanaka of TEAM TEC2 & YSS NTR.JP marked a win in the Asia Production 250cc category at Race 1, Round 3 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which was held at Sugo International Racing Course. It was an unfortunate start for the riders of the AP250 category who had to brace the race in rainy weather. While this may be an advantage to some riders, for many, it was a challenging task to complete. With three riders taking a fall in the very first lap and others taking a slower approach, it was a door of opportunity for riders who were confident enough to manoeuvre their machines on the slippery circuit. In that moment, Ryunosuke Nakamura of ENDLESS TEAM SHANTI took lead from the 8 th spot on the grid with Rafid Topan Sucipto of LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team tailing close behind. He went on for five laps before slipping into P3 by mid race. It was a golden opportunity for Takahide Tanaka who immediately grabbed the P1. He went on for the remaining laps in the lead position asRyunosuke picked his speed back up into P2. Takahide did not budge from his position. That left no opportunity for his contender, Ryunosuke to overcome the challenge before him. With that, Takahide made a dash to the finish line first followed by Ryunosuke. Takahide’s decision to start the race with rain tires brought him victory when he clocked in at 23’53:198s. Commenting on the race, Takahide said, “I have been racing in this circuit for a long time. I know how the conditions are during a rainy weather. As such, I started the race with the rain tires.” “The race was a fantastic one and this is the best thing that has ever happened to me.” Ryunosuke clocked in at 23’59:421s. At the third place, it was Piyawat Patoomyos who marked at 24’17:385s. Top 5 Winners – Race 1 Takahide Tanaka, TEAM TEC2 & YSS NTR.JP, 23’53:198s Ryunosuke Nakamura, EDNLESS TEAM SHANTI, 23’59:421s Piyawat Patoomyos, HONDA Racing Team, 24’17:385s Reynaldo C. Ratukore, ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 24’32:506s Sethu Rajiv, HONDA Racing India, 24’51:587s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com