2022 Round 2

GOOD START FOR VORAPONG

2022, 2022 Round 2, Latest News, TVS Asia One Make /

The morning at Sepang began with a good start for Vorapong Malahuan when he made the fastest for the TVS Asia One Make Championship qualifying session. The Thai rider flaunted his technical skills and has consistently appeared at the top spot in the score chart since the start of the race. He recorded 2:28:437s in the qualifying session today and 2:28:693s in the practice session, yesterday. Commenting on his performance, “I had a major crash yesterday after practice 2 however I am happy to be able to bounce back in time for the qualifying session definitely upon doctor’s recommendation.” “My strategy is to take it step-by-step approach. While the competition is tight, my aim is to break free from the troop and take lead.” Taking the second fastest spot is Decky Tiarno Aldy who clocked in at 2:28:714s. Watcharin Tubtimon took the third fastest spot at 2:29:093s. Round 2 Qualifying Session – Top 5 Riders of TVS Asia One Make Championship Vorapong Malahuan, Thailand, 2:28:437s Decky Tiarno Aldy, Indonesia, 2:28:714s Watcharin Tubtimon, Thailand, 2:29:093s Jagan Kumar, India, 2:29:394s Nattaphon Kaewmun, Thailand, 2:29:675s Round 2 Practice Session – Top 5 Rider of TVS Asia One Make Championship Vorapong Malahuan, Thailand, 2:28:693s Watcharin Tubtimon, Thailand, 2:29:749s Muhamad Fitri Ashraf, Malaysia 2:30:069s Decky Tiarno Aldy, Indonesia, 2:30:107s Nattaphon Kaewmun, Thailand, 2:30:697s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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KASMA HITS THE FASTEST

2022, 2022 Round 2, Asia Superbike 1000, Latest News /

Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of YAMAHA GEN BLU Racing Team ASEAN took a leap in the final practice of Round 2 and emerged fastest for the Asia Superbike 1000cc category. The Malaysian rider aboard the Yamaha YZF-R1M seem to have found his pace this time around when he clocked in at 2:07:737s, seconds ahead of Md Zaqhwan Zaidi who was taking the lead in the first two practices. Kasma said, “Luck was not particularly on my side for the race at Buriram as I faced multiple mechanical issues with the machine. Even today, practice 1 and 2 posed challenges however my team did a good job to ensure the issues were rectified. That definitely contributed to a better lap time.” Commenting on the tyres, “I perform better using the hard compound tires for the rear and medium compound for the front. With the soft compound, I am unable to get good lap times.” Zaqhwan of Honda Asia-Dream Racing with SHOWA took the second fastest spot, logging in at 2:07:759s. Behind the duo, Japanese rider Yuki Ito took the third fastest spot when he marked at 2:07:848s. Round 2 Practice Session – Top 5 Riders of ASB1000 Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin, YAMAHA GEN BLU Racing Team ASEAN, 2:07:737s Md Zaqhwan Zaidi, Honda Asia-Dream Racing with SHOWA, 2:07:759s Yuki Ito, YAMAHA GEN BLU Racing Team ASEAN, 2:07:848s Apiwath Wongthananon, YAMAHA Thailand Racing Team, 2:08:117s Adam Noroddin, ONEXOX BMW TKKR Team, 2:08:466s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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BOON SIEW HONDA RACING FASTEST FOR SS600

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Md Helmi Azman of Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team bagged the fastest spot for the Supersports 600cc category in the final practice of Round 2. Helmi who walked away with the most points in Round 1 after taking the spot at the podium twice beat his teammate to the clock when he logged in at 2:10:629s. According to Helmi, “I have been constantly reminded of the competitiveness within this category, racing among some of the best names. Nevertheless, I always go beyond 100% to ensure that my performances are better than the one before.” “My teammates who are equally good have been a push to maintain my momentum. I am quite pleased with my timing today and I certainly am looking forward to taking it one step above, tomorrow.” Khairul Idham Pawi took the second fastest spot at 2:10:696s. Coming in at third fastest was Andi Farid Izdihar of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team who clocked in at 2:10:714s. Round 2 Practice Session – Top 5 Riders of SS600 Md Helmi Azman, Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team, 2:10:629s Khairul Idham Pawi, Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team, 2:10:696s Andi Farid Izdihar, ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 2:10:714s Md Ibrahim Md Norrodin, SIC Racing, 2:11:012s Azroy Hakeem Anuar, Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team, 2:11:019s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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ANDY FASTEST IN PRACTICE SESSION

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Andy Muhammad Fadly of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team made a remarkable end to the practice session of Round 2 for the Asia Production 250cc category when he clocked in fastest. Andy who completed the highly competitive race in Round 1 at the top spot gave his best shot thrice as the fastest in the practice session today. He marked fastest at 2:26:929s. Commenting on his performance, “This is a good practice for us as we saw quite an improvement today. In addition to that, the new Electronic Control Unit (ECU) by ARacer has certainly contributed to an enhanced performance. To move forward, we will continuously seek feedback from the data obtained.” “I love racing in Sepang as I have created some very good memories. I won in my last race here and I hope to do the same this time around.” His teammate, Aiki Iyoshi logged in second fastest at 2:27:386s. On the third fastest spot, Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team checked in at 2:27:806s. Round 2 Practice Session – Top 5 Riders of AP250 Andy Muhammad Fadly, Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team, 2:26:929s Aiki Iyoshi, Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team, 2:27:386s Rheza Danica, ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 2:27:806s Aldi Satya Mahendra, YAMAHA Racing Indonesia, 2:27:831 Md Adenanta Putra, ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 2:27:976 Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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MALAYSIAN RIDERS CONQUERED THE QUALIFYING SESSION

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Md Izzat Zaidi Md Salehan of the Pitsbike JRT OneWay aced as the fastest in the Underbone 150cc of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, Round 2. Izzat concluded the qualifying session clocking in at 2:33:382s aboard the Yamaha Y15 ZR. The category which is debated as one of the most challenging and unpredictable races in the world witnessed Izzat adjusting to his pace in practice 1 and 2 where he made 2:36:686s and 2:34:046s respectively. While he landed at position 7th and 4th in the earlier practices, Izzat managed to take the lead as the fastest for the day. Commenting on the session, “I was in good control of the machine and it is certainly a satisfying session for me today. For Race 1, I hope to make it at the Superpole tomorrow and keeping my fingers crossed that I would make it to the podium.” “Racing in my hometown, I am boosted with confidence and with the support of my fans, I will go the extra miles to do my best.” Checking in behind him were duo of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, Ahmad Fazli Sham and Md Hafiza Rofa at 2:33:398s and 2:33:722s. Round 2 Qualifying Session – Top 5 Riders of UB150 Md Izzat Zaidi Md Salehan, Pitsbike JRT OneWay, 2:33:382s Ahmad Fazli Sham, ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 2:33:398s Md Hafiza Rofa, ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 2:33:722s Md Aiman Tahiruddin, Cardinals Racing Team Malaysia, 2:34:774 Wahyu Aji Trilaksana, ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 2:34:942s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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GERRY PICKS UP POINTERS FROM TEAMMATE FOR SEPANG

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Honda Asia-Dream Racing with SHOWA rider, Gerry Salim is thrilled to ride at the Sepang International Circuit for Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The dexterous ASB1000 rider has gathered experience from numerous international platforms however riding at the ARRC proved to be an entirely different ballgame for Gerry. It was not his best moment at Round 1 as he struggled with his pace. Gerry scored the 8th and 9th spot for Race 1 and 2 respectively. Commenting on the race in Round 1, Gerry said, “It was not a satisfactory race for me as I encountered issues with the setup of the Honda CBR1000RR R, one of which would have been manageable with more lap time.” “My challenge for Round 2 would be closing the gaps between the riders leading the pack. I intend to pick up some pointers from my teammate Zaqhwan who is more familiar and experienced with the circuit. I look forward to improving my performance at Round 2.” As for the team manager, Mr Makoto Tamada said, “The team is working on the settings of the bike to ensure that safety is of utmost priority while speed is up to the mark.” “Our strategies are designed to heighten the performances of our riders and to achieve the best outcome. We will devise our strategies further once we have received the relevant data.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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AZLAN STAYS POSITIVE FOR ROUND TWO

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Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman of ONEXOX BMW TKKR Team stays positive for Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship in Sepang this weekend. Undoubtedly, the season opener foresaw a challenging feat with world class riders pacing to beat the clock. Azlan however was seen consumed by the tensity that the game brought along after a two-year long hiatus as he toiled to set his pace. Azlan succumbed to Race 1 after three laps but made a quick recovery in Race 2, landing himself at the tenth spot despite the mechanical issues that he faced. According to Azlan, “We struggled quite a bit in Round 1 due to the machine’s electronic systems. We certainly did not have a solid base to begin with for our race setup hence the failure to achieve a strong finish.” Azlan has been on the crest of a wave and not being able to immerse himself completely in Round 1 would be the push that he needs to perform better in Round 2. Azlan is no stranger to the Sepang Circuit. In 2019, he bagged the top spot at the podium for races at the circuit and anticipates a better outcome. “For Round 2, we are more confident with the machine as we have gained pertinent data from the race in MSBK in year 2021. The data would go a long way in our progress for Round 2 and I am most certainly eyeing a spot at the podium in Sepang. I think we will nail it!” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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HELMI BOOSTED FOR ROUND 2 AT SEPANG

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It was aces for Md Helmi Azman of Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team at the Round 1 of FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The SS600 category rider who strides on the Honda CBR600 RR bagged the spot at the podium, twice that weekend placing him on the top of the scoreboard. Helmi reigned as the Underbone 150cc champion in year 2018 and took his first chance at the Supersports 600cc in 2019. His success at the Chang International Circuit is a statement made to an enhanced performance even with the two-year hiatus. Commenting on the race, “The race at Buriram was not an easy feat as I was competing with some of the best riders. As for Round 2, Sepang Circuit comes with a technical challenge which would require finer manoeuvring skills.” “While I am comfortable with my machine, Round 2 would see riders pushing through at their best speed. I hope that I would be able to make the best out of the machine and like the previous race, it would be beyond 100% focus and effort.” As for the team, Boon Siew HONDA Motorsport Manager, En Zulhelmi Ahmed said, “We are lucky to have a little advantage from our participation in MSBK last year. That has given us valuable input that is needed for our machine in its base settings.” “I am anticipating a much exciting race in Round 2 as we have highly competitive riders and teams who have excelled at the circuit. Our team is motivated and driven to grab a spot at the podium.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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GALANG GOES FULL-ON FOR ROUND 2 AT SEPANG

2022, 2022 Round 2, Latest News, Supersports 600 /

Galang Hendra Pratama is going full-on as Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship draws in. The world championship rider was not very pleased with his performances in Round 1 nevertheless he is going the extra mile to stay ahead of the game. Commenting on the race, “It was my first time back in ARRC after a couple of years and Round 1 was definitely a valuable lesson. From what I gather, I have to maintain my physical and mental health with regular practices. To buck up on my performances, I do constant race simulations using the virtual reality device at home.” Galang made his debut in the ARRC in year 2015 for the AP250 category. Being a first timer in the SS600 category among some of the best names, the Indonesian rider of Yamaha Racing Indonesia has to find his strength and upgrade his performances quick enough to stay on par with the troop. In Round 1, Galang was caught in a stiff battle, grappling to find his momentum. He landed on the 6th and 8th spot for race 1 and 2 respectively. Galang said, “The biggest challenge for me is to adapt to change. I have raced in Sepang circuit with a 250cc machine for half-track. This time around, I will be doing a full track on a 600cc machine for the first time. It will be tough nevertheless I will do my best – “Untuk Merah Putih Semakin di Depan.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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AKID FORESEES BETTER PERFORMANCE WITH HONDA CBR250 RR

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Md Akid Aziz of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team hopes to perform better at Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship for the Asia Production 250cc category. Akid, fondly known and applauded as the first Malaysian Underbone Champion in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, 2017 hit the circuit once again after a long drought with a new challenge in the AP250 category. As a rookie in the AP250 class, the season opener of the ARRC was an uphill battle for Akid who grappled among the best to find his pace at The Chang International Circuit, Buriram. In Race 1, Akid only completed four laps, adding on to the strain of being new to the scene. While he completed Race 2 at the twelfth spot, Akid who rode the Yamaha YZF-R25 is determined to use the experiences gained in Round 1 to strategize his moves further for the upcoming race at Sepang. According to Akid, “As this is my first race in the AP250 category, it is fairly a new experience for me. I am still trying to get a hold of the new machine with larger capacities. My biggest challenge would be finding the right setup of the suspension and my compatibility towards the machine.” “For Round 2, my team mate, Md Muzakkir Mohamed and I will be riding the Honda CBR250 RR for an enhanced performance. With the experiences that he has achieved, I hope to learn the tricks and trades of riding in the AP250 category and do better than the last round.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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