2022 Round 4

POLE POSITION BELONGS TO KASMA

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It was a wet day at the Sepang International Circuit as the Asia Superbike 1000cc category’s Qualifying Session rolled out. Despite that, the star riders of the category completed the twenty-minute session successfully with Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of YAMAHA Racing Team ASEAN marking the fastest lap time. In the morning, the riders warmed themselves up under the fall of light shower during the third practice session. Kasma seemed to have it all under control when he appeared as the fastest rider in the combined result sheet. He clocked in at 2’06:801s. Coming close behind him at the second fastest in the combined sheet was Haruki Noguchi of SDG Motor Sports HARC-PRO Ph. at 2’07:601sand at the third fastest place was Anupab Sarmoon of YAMAHA Thailand Racing Team at 2’07:870s. Coming at the fourth and fifth fastest spot in the practice session were Takuya Tsuda of MOBILUB SUZUKI RACING TEAM 2’08:024s and Apiwath Wongthananon YAMAHA Thailand Racing Team at 2’08:293s. As for the Qualifying Session that took place earlier, Kasma once again grabbed the attention at the scene when he finished fastest in the session at 2’19:690s. Kasma currently takes the third spot in the overall standings. Commenting on the session, Kasma said, “It was a good session today and I owe it to the team for the perfect setup of the machine. I was very confident with the machine from FP1 yesterday. For the wet condition today too, there were no doubts and I rode according to my own style and comfort. I am glad to have gotten the pole position here like the last round at this very same circuit.” “For the upcoming race, I definitely hope to do my best.” At the second fastest spot, the place goes to Kasma’s teammate, Yuki Ito who clocked in his fastest at 2’20:478s. Taking the third fastest spot was Apiwath at 2’21:187s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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ANDI TAKES THE POLE POSITION

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The SuperSports 600cc today was brought into an elaborate schedule with their final practice session in the morning and the qualifying session in the noon. Andi Farid Izdihar of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team made the fastest cut today at the Qualifying Session. The task has never been easy for any rider of the SS600 category who have to constantly build up their portfolio considering the robust rivalry between them. After the final practice session for the round, Andi emerged as the fastest in the combined practice result sheet, with his fastest at 2’10:191s. Nakarin Atiratphuvapat of HONDA Racing Thailand made the second fastest at 2’11:002sfollowed by Md Helmi Azman of Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team at 2’11:435s. At the fourth fastest spot, it was Azroy Hakeem Anuar of Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team at 2’11:490s and at the fifth fastest, it was Galang Hendra Pratama of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia at 2’11:559s. In the qualifying session, Andi once again flexed his muscles to obtain the best spot on the grid. Although the competition was stiff with his contenders just seconds away, he managed to complete the session ahead at 2’23:770s. Commenting on the session, Andi said, “I am truly happy with the pole position but our main concern would be to understand the rain condition in this circuit. This would be the first time we are riding in a rainy situation so I want to analyse everything that happens and review the possibilities that could happen.” “In the beginning, it was quite good but towards the end, I found myself struggling with the grip. But I am happy to have managed it well in the last lap. Tomorrow, rain or shine, I would be more prepared for the races. Of course, the target is always to win the race and we have worked really hard for it.” Coming it at the second fastest spot would be Nakarin at 2’23:868s. In the third was Kritchaporn Kaewsonthi of HONDA RACING Thailand, logging in at 2’25:173s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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ANDY IS BACK IN ACTION

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It was quite an unpredictable weather in the region of Sepang today however the show went on gracefully. The Qualifying Session of the Asia Production 250cc today ended with Andy Muhammad Fadly of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team making the fastest lap time. The race category comprising nineteen riders went well despite the drizzle. Earlier this morning, the third practice session for the category concluded with three of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team’s riders making the top three fastest lap time. Herjun Atna Firdaus made his best at 2’25:945s, followed by Md Adenanta Putra at 2’26:269s and Rheza Dhanica with his best at 2’26:375s. Coming in at the fourth and fifth fastest were Piyawat Patoomyos of HONDA Racing Thailand at 2’26:658s and Aiki Iyoshi of Motul Sniper Manual Tech Racing Team at 2’27:340s. For the qualifying session, Andy bolted out strong this time around compared to his previous performances in Round 3. Although he did not make it fastest in the practice sessions, he managed to make the best out of the qualifying session when he logged in at 2’37:401s. Commenting on the session, Andy said, “The rainy situation was great for me. Frankly, I struggle a lot in hot situations especially with the engine and setup of the machine. Being at the pole position is important for me and I am glad to have made it. For the upcoming races, I will put on a good fight to be on the top spot. If everything goes well, I hope to take a double win again at Sepang.” Coming it at the second fastest spot was Md Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, clocking in at 2’37:586s. At the third fastest spot, it was Piyawat Patoomyos of HONDA Racing Thailand at 2’37:772s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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SHAFIQ COMPETED WELL IN THE QUALIFYING SESSION

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The Underbone 150cc heated up the Sepang International Circuit this morning with its Qualifying Session and Md Shafiq Rasol of ONEXOX Racing Team made the fastest for Round 4 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. It was quite a session this morning with over twenty of Asia’s best riders swamping in to clock in their best time. The thirty minutes session saw a fierce rivalry between the Underbone riders who were trying to find their pace and manage their machines to qualify for the “Shoot Out” session scheduled for the noon. Shafiq who came aboard the ARRC as a wildcard rider has put on a good performance thus far, taking the second fastest spot in the combined practice session yesterday, marking at 2’33:922s. Today, he recorded an improved timing when he clocked in fastest at 2’33:244s. Commenting on the session, Shafiq said, “I do not have a specific goal for this round. Coming in as a wildcard rider for ARRC, the challenges are different in terms of gauging the rider and their capabilities. I will nevertheless do well based on my experiences and hopefully, it will be a good shot.” In second fastest spot, it was Ahmad Afif Amran of Cardinals Racing Team Malaysia logging in at 2’33:698s. Gupita Kresna of 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team came in the third fastest at 2’33:735s. Later in the noon, Gupita Kresna of 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team took the pole position after the Shoot Out session when he marked his fastest at 2’46:909s. Commenting on the session, Gupita said, “I love the rainy weather and wet circuit, to be honest. I have experienced this condition before in my previous race. I am happy to have made the fastest time in the Shoot Out Session. For the coming race sessions, I do hope to get onto the podium, at the top spot.” Taking the second spot on the grid with the second fastest lap time was Md Shafiq Rasol of ONEXOX Racing Team at 2’47:913s. Taking the third spot on the grid, it would be Murobbil Vithoni of LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team at 2’47:583s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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VORAPONG CLOCKED IN FASTEST IN PRACTICE SESSION

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After two rounds in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, the TVS Asia One-Make Championship is back once again for its third cycle in Round 4 which is being held at the Sepang International Circuit. Vorapong Malahuan from Thailand marked the fastest in the result sheet of the combined practice session today. The Thailand lad has never failed to give his best each time he hits the circuit. Out of the four races, Vorapong has taken two wins and two podiums since the TVS Asia One-Make Championship made its debut this season. Vorapong currently sits at the top spot in the overall standings with a total of 86 points. Vorapong made his fastest time in the practice session at 2’36:928s. In practice session one, he made his fastest at 2’39:203s. Commenting on the session, Vorapong said, “Sepang circuit is my favourite one and I am really happy to ride here. No matter whatever machine, I am able to ride well at this circuit. With the rainy weather, it is definitely a new experience for myself and the other TVS riders especially in getting adapted to different conditions. I have never ridden in wet condition and it was a little tough ingetting the right setup.” “My target for this round would be to make new records and I will do my best to keep up with the race pace to win.” Decky Tiarno Aldy from Indonesia made the second fastest time, combined at 2’37:591s. At third fastest, it was Agung Septian from Indonesia clocking in his fastest at 2’37:613s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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APIWATH GROOMING UP FOR MORE POINTS

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The Asia Superbike 1000cc hints a more exciting ground for battle between Asia’s best as they flex their muscles in a bid to claim a victorious title. With another two more rounds to go, Apiwath Wongthananon of YAMAHA Thailand Racing Team is determined to take his actions to another level at Round 4 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which will be held at Sepang InternationalCircuit. Year 2020 placed Apiwath on the limelight when he banked in the highest points in the one-round season before the two-year hiatus broke in. The 28-year-old Thailand born rider who previously rode in the SS600 race category made quite a finish in the debut season of the ASB1000 category in 2019 when he obtained the 4 th spot overall with a total of 161 points. This season, Apiwath took one win in his home-ground during Race 2 of Round 1 and a podium in Race 1, Round 2 which was held at Sepang International Circuit. His win according to him, “Race 2 was tough when I missed the opportunity to take lead. But I then tried to push forward and managed to get a good pace. It was not until the last turn of the last lap that I made my move to maximise the speed and overtake the rider at the lead position then. I made it and I won!” Round 3 at Sugo International Racing Course however was not quite on his side when he was taken of the equation in Race 1 due to a faulty machine. Despite lacking experience on the circuit, Apiwath managed to make it to the chequered flag fifth to salvage his overall standings at the fifth spot. Commenting on Round 3, Apiwath said, “I was very disappointed with the results after Round 3. The circuit belonged to Yamaha but unfortunately my advantage diminished the moment an unexpected casualty occurred and caused damage to the radiator. The red flag came up. As I lost my points there, I also lost my confidence. However, my consolation was the fact that it was my first time atSugo. Overall, I am glad that ARRC is back and the circuits have been great ones.” Despite the unforeseen circumstances, Apiwath is driven to do his best in the upcoming round. He said, “I am currently focused for Round 4 at the Sepang circuit in Malaysia. Sure, it will not be an easy one because there are many fiery and robust homegrown talents. I will not give up easily. My teammate and I together with our team will do our very best to get the best results we could.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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FOND MEMORIES AT SEPANG SPARKS ENTHUSIASM FOR IRFAN

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The SuperSports 600cc is an affair not to be missed at the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The character of the race category is further defined by the highly rivalrous riders who seek to break the barriers of limitations and surpass the norms. It is not an easy feat but Irfan Ardiansyah of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team is charged up for his next mission at the Sepang International Circuit this weekend. Irfan is no stranger to the grounds of ARRC. In year 2019, he bagged the third spot overall in the AP250 race category with a total of 187 points before embarking on a more prestigious domain within motorsport. With prestige comes a price tag that requires not just physical and mental preparedness but the ability to call the right shots at a fraction of milliseconds. Being a newbie in the SS600 brings with it ideally a learning curve more than the ability to perform on par with the riders but Irfan’s decision to move upstream has definitely showcased his ability to learn and perform quickly. In Round 1, he made it at the fourth spot in both races. In the subsequent rounds, as the seasoned riders warmed up and regained confidence, Irfan seemed to have struggled with his pace. Nevertheless, he kept himself afloat among the top ten riders. Commenting on the race, Irfan said, “Round 3 has come to an end and Round 4 is just around the corner. Not having been able to take the podium even once this season definitely bothers me. It has not been an easy time this season but I never stopped trying and I hope to do better for the remaining rounds.” Irfan who rode aboard the CBR600RR said, “I am very convinced with the competitive performance of the machine. It has been a crucial part of my riding experience that gives me the confidence that I need to perform better in ARRC this year.” Irfan is fond of the Sepang circuit. He said, “I feel excited to race in Sepang. It is one of the circuits outside of Indonesia that has most racing activities. In fact, when I raced in the AP250 category prior to this, I managed to bag the number one spot on the podium in the very same circuit. As such, I am determined to do better for the upcoming round and showcase my potential with more satisfactory results.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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ALDI WILL TAKE A BOLD STANCE DESPITE CHALLENGES

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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

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MUROBBIL HOPES FOR PODIUM AT SEPANG

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Over the years, the Underbone 150cc has never failed to intrigue fans with its needs for technical dexterity and smart moves. Murobbil Vithoni of LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team is brushing up on his performance for Round 4 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which will be held at the Sepang International Circuit this weekend. Murobbil has definitely had a sweet taste of success on the podium when he took the third place in Race 2 at the Chang International Circuit. However, UB150 being a tough one in nature did not make it easy on his endeavours to retain his momentum. Throughout this season, Murobbil was seen trying to fine tune his moves among the huge troop of riders nevertheless it was no easy feat. After three rounds, he managed to position himself at the eighth spot overall. On his performances, Murobbil said, “ARRC has definitely changed over the years. There are greater challenges coupled with more robust riders. The biggest challenge in the UB150 category is the competition. It is about putting on a good fight.” Based on my performances, I understand that I need to pay more attention on exploring the character of the machine. Although I do not rely on fast machines, it is important to know the machine well so that I can make the most of it. That way, I would also be able to fine tune my strategies for each different circuit.” The Indonesian rider who strides aboard the Yamaha MX King 150 is no stranger to the game. His participation in the race category in the last few years has garnered him valuable experiences required to perform in the highly competitive ride. Nevertheless, every circuit brings with it a different set of challenges for its rider and mastering it essentially would be key to a winning moment. Commenting on the last race, Murobbil said, “The race at Sugo was quite a good one. Personally, I did a lot of laps on that circuit during that weekend and I managed to get hold of the layout. While the circuit was quite hilly, it was not as technical as the other circuits, in my opinion.” “For the upcoming race, I am working on my physique and my mental capacity to stay focused and to keep trying. Also, it is crucial to obtain more data for the machine than the previous rounds. With that, I hope that I would be able to produce better results for the team, achieve more points and perhaps a place on the podium.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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KOTA ARAKAWA MARKS FASTEST

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Kota Arakawa of MOTO BUM HONDA made the fastest in the SuperSports 600cc category practice session, Round 3 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship which was held at the Sugo International Racing Course. The Japanese rider showcased an outstanding performance throughout the practice sessions when he topped all three sessions, fastest. In the third practice session, he made his best time at 1’30:975s. Commenting on the race, Kota who is also a wildcard rider said, “I am very proud to have made the fastest time for FP1 to 3. Moreover, being in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship for the very first time. I will do my best to win both the races.” Coming in at the second fastest was Andi Farid Izdihar of ASTRA HONDA Racing Team with his best time at 1’31:393s. Andi currently sits at the third spot overall with a total of 60 points. At the third fastest spot, it was Nakarin Atiratphuvapat of HONDA Racing Thailand, clocking in his fastest at 1’31:799s. Top 5 Fastest – Combined Result Kota Arakawa, MOTO BUM HONDA, 1’30:975s Andi Farid Izdihar, ASTRA HONDA Racing Team, 1’31:393s Nakarin Atiratphuvapat, HONDA Racing Thailand, 1’31:799s Keito Abe, ONEXOX TKKR TEAM, 1’31:832s Azroy Hakeem Anuar, Boon Siew HONDA Racing Team, 1’32:012s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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