Asia Production 250

The intensity of the Asia Production 250cc category at Round 3 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, hosted at Mobility Resort Motegi, Japan increased with Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM appeared fastest in the Practice Sessions that concluded today. In Practice 1, Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia secured the top spot with the fastest lap time of 2’08:946s. After Faerozi was Muhammad Kiandra Ramadhipa of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM at 2’09:046s. Ryota Ogiwara of SANWA RCING TEAM made it third at 2’09:299s. Practice 2 watched Kiandra clocked better lap time of 2’08:905s to claim top spot, followed by Ryuji Yokoe of Team TEC2 & MOTOTEC‐R4 & YSS at 2’09:316s. Arai Agaska Dibani Laksana of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia placed third at 2’09:622s.] In Practice 3, Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM clocked remarkable lap time of 2’08:159s to claimed the top spot. Traild closely behind Herjun was Arai at 2’08:213s followed by Kiandra at 2’08:232s. The combined results from the practice sessions showed Herjun emerging as the fastest overall while Arai and Kiandra trailed behind setting the stage for the battle for pole position in tomorrow’s Qualifying session. Herjun said, “Today was very good, we are in the good direction right now interms of settings, even though we struggled a little bit in FP1 & FP2 due the RPM Rev Cut, but I’m glad that we improved step by step.” Herjun added, “Other riders were quite close in the lap time,so I think tomorrow and Sunday’s races will be an intense.” Fastest Lap Time:Practice Session (Combined)

The excitement continued to build up at the Zhuhai International Circuit as Race 1 of the Asia Production 250cc category unfolded in Round 2 IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. Amidst intense competition and thrilling battles on the track, Cao Viet Nam of Honda Racing Vietnam Team emerged victorious in a dramatic turn of events. Qualifying set the stage for an electrifying race as Arai Agaska Dibani Laksana from YAMAHA Racing Indonesia claimed pole position with a blistering lap time of 1’51:261s, closely followed by Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia at 1’51:450s and Md Syarifuddin Azman of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team at 1’51:629s. As the race kicked off, Faerozi surged to the front and led the charge, followed by Arai, Syarifuddin, Cao Viet Nam, and Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM. The race took a series of intense turns as positions changed frequently. By the second lap, Viet Nam surged into second place but Arai reclaimed the lead by the fourth lap, with Faerozi and Viet Nam in hot pursuit. In a dramatic turn of events on the eighth lap, Herjun claimed the lead, with Faerozi and Viet Nam close behind. However, a crash involving Arai watched him off of the race. As the race entered the final lap, Herjun maintained his lead, with Faerozi in second and Viet Nam in third the overtaking attempt continued. The race ended with Faerozi in first place at 18’42:054ss, followed by Herjun at 18’42:409s and Viet Nam at 18’42:822s. However, a video review showed Faerozi pushing Viet Nam out of the lane near the finish line, resulting in a decision by the race direction, placing Viet Nam on the winning pedestal and Faerozi finishing in second place. Viet Nam said, “I am overjoyed with this victory. I’ve been racing since 2016, and finally, my hard work has paid off. Today feels like a gift from the heaven. I would like to thank my team for their support and everyone who has believed in me. This win means everything, and I’m determined to carry this momentum forward.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1AP2501.⁠ ⁠Cao Viet Nam – Honda Racing Vietnam Team – 18’42:822s2.⁠ ⁠Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah – YAMAHA Racing Indonesia – 18’42:054s3.⁠ ⁠Herjun Atna Firdaus – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM – 18’42:409s4.⁠ ⁠Md Syarifuddin Azman – IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team – 18’42:942s5.⁠ ⁠Aiki Iyoshi – Motul Sniper Manual Tech – 18’42:945s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The intensity of the Asia Production 250cc category electrified the practice sessions at Round 2 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, hosted at China’s Zhuhai International Circuit. Leading the charge was Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia, demonstrating his dominance in the sessions that concluded on Friday. In Practice 1, Faerozi set the track ablaze, securing the top spot with a scorching lap time of 1’52:147s. Following closely behind was Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM at 1’52:456s, with Arai Agaska Dibani Laksana of YAMAHA Racing Indonesia trailing in third at 1’52:736s. Faerozi continued his impressive streak in Practice 2, topping the charts with a formidable lap time of 2’00:571s. Arai, posting a time of 2’00:592s, and Md Syarifuddin Azman of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team, with a time of 2’01:938s, secured the second and third positions respectively. With the commencement of Practice 3, Faerozi once again asserted his dominance, clocking a sensational lap time of 1’52:156s, solidifying his status as a frontrunner. Arai and Syarifuddin maintained their impressive form, securing the second and third positions with lap times of 1’52:635s and 1’53:060s respectively. The combined results from the practice sessions unveiled the true contenders in the field, with Faerozi emerging as the fastest overall, setting a remarkable benchmark with his stellar performance. Arai and Syarifuddin closely trailed behind, setting the stage for an exhilarating battle for pole position in tomorrow’s Qualifying session. “Unbelievable, I am beyond words to describe how it felt to topped all three practice sessions. For tomorrow, it will be another day of fighting to be the best besides making sure that we are well prepared for the possibility of bad weather. No matter what, I hope this momentum continue throughout the weekend so I can hop to top position in overall standings.” Fastest Lap Time:Practice Session (Combined) Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a spectacle in the Asia Production 250cc race category with riders showcasing their strength to dominate the wild chase around the circuit. Picking up the momentum after a long break from the scene of Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship was Md Sharifuddin Azman of Idemitsu Boon Siew Honda Racing Team, eager to continue his bid in Round 2 which will be held at Zhuhai International Circuit this weekend. Getting back on the saddle, on the Asian ground after many years may not have been that easy for the Malaysian born rider although it is safe to say that he has put on quite a show in Round 1. Although he did not make it the top three positions in Race 1, his immediate reaction in picking up, reading the character of the race and learning resulted in a much better outcome in Race 2 where he made third on the podium. Syarifuddin or fondly known as Damok may have the right experiences from the international front however, riding among the Asians certainly induces a different kind of pressure and the trick to making it is by adapting as quickly as possible. In this case, Damok seems to have got what it takes. Damok said, “The ARRC scene has definitely changed a lot from my perspective. There is a big difference from what it was like in 2019 during my first entry compared to what it is now. In terms of performance, competency and of course my own personal and professional growth over the years, everything is different. I have grown a lot in my capacities and am able to perform better, more so among the front troop and I am quite pleased with it although I still have more to improve.” On his performances in Round 1, he said, “My team and I are quite aware of our limitations and where we lost. We struggled quite a bit on the straight so that’s where the focus is for the time being. I learnt a whole lot from Round 1 and I know where we need to further improve. It is all about working on it and moving forward and I would say that we are quite prepared for Round 2. Of course, we have the likes of our opponents specifically Herjun whose machine is quite fast but again, nothing is impossible I suppose!” “I have ridden on the grounds of Zhuhai before this and I am quite familiar with the layout of the circuit. Of course, there definitely would be some challenges and some adapting to do. I foresee that the ride would be just as competitive as the previous round but I am ready to perform and I am going all out for the first spot. The goal this season is to get my first win for my team. But, the target for every round would be to finish podium and collect enough points to claim the first Malaysian Champion in AP250. Keeping mu finger crossed!” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Asia Production 250cc category Race 2 of IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship opening round at Chang International Circuit displayed another pulse-pounding race in Race 2 of the opening round of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship when ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM rider, Herjun Atna Firdaus took breathtaking sprint to the finish line to claim victory.The race commenced with Race 1 winner, Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah from YAMAHA Racing Indonesia making an impressive start, leading the pack with Cao Viet Nam from Honda Racing Vietnam Team and Herjun closely trailing behind. However, Viet Nam swiftly seized the lead on the second lap, with Faerozi and Herjun in hot pursuit. As the race progressed, Herjun Atna Firdaus surged to the front on the third lap, however overtaken by Viet Nam on the following lap. The battle intensified with each passing lap, as the riders’ positions changed rapidly. In a dramatic twist of events on the final lap, Herjun made a daring move to reclaim the lead from Aiki Iyoshi from Motul Sniper Manual Tech and Arai Agaska Dibani Laksana from YAMAHA Racing Indonesia. At the last turn, Viet Nam crashed as his machine grazed by Herjun’s immediately loosing balance and giving way for Herjun to claim victory at 18’54:072s. Herjun said, “I want to thank my team for providing me with the best bike. Despite a misshift in the final lap, I remained determined to defend my position. Crossing the finish line in first place is an incredible feeling, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to compete at this level.” At the second spot was Aiki Iyoshi from Motul Sniper Manual Tech who clocked in 18’54:246s. Muhammad Syarifuddin Azman of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team took third place when he logged in at 18’54:654s. Top 5 Fastest – Race 2 Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The excitement reached fever pitch as Round 1 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship continued with Race 1 in the fiercely contested Asia Production 250cc category. Muhammad FaeroziToreqottullah of Yamaha Racing Indonesia showcased remarkable skill and determination, clinching victory in a thrilling race at Chang International Circuit. Earlier in the Qualifying session, Faerozi did well when he clocked in fastest at 1:51.440s. He took the pole-position on the grid followed by Herjun Atna Firdaus of Astra Honda Racing Team and Cao Viet Nam of Honda Racing Vietnam Team on the second and third spot when they clocked in at 1:52.238s and 1:52.616s respectively. As the race commenced, Faerozi immediately took charge as he went on in an exhilarating battle on the track. Behind him, Herjun and Viet Nam followed closely, eager to seize the opportunity to take the lead. Despite determined efforts from Arai Agaska Dibani Laksana from Yamaha Racing Indonesia, the top spot eluded him as Viet Nam hustled his way to the front, putting Faeroziin second position. However, the race was far from over, with Arai also making his presence felt as he surged to third place by the sixth lap. In the heat of the moment, Herjun surged ahead to claim the lead on the seventh lap, with Faerozi closely following in third position. The race intensified as Muhammad Kiandra Ramadhipa from Astra Honda Racing Team led the pack in the remaining laps. As the final lap approached, Viet Nam led the race, but Faerozi unleashed a stunning display of skill and determination, surging to the front towards the end of the race and ultimately crossing the finish line in first position with a total time of 18:53.834s. Faerozi said, “I stayed focused throughout the race, managing the engine temperature and conserving energy. In the final laps, I pushed hard, especially at the last corner and I am glad my strategy worked well. I dedicate this win to my wife and my late mother, and I am determined to continue performing well in Race 2.” Second place went to Arai Agaska Dibani Laksana from Yamaha Racing Indonesia who concluded the race at 18:53.984s. Herjun Atna Firdaus of Astra Honda Racing Team made it third at 18:54.283s. Top 5 Fastest – Race 1  Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The Asia Production 250cc category brought the heat to Round 1 practice sessions at the opening of  the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, Round 1 held at Chang International Circuit,  Buriram, Thailand, with riders showcasing their speed and skill across three intense sessions.  In Practice 1, the track came alive with Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM leading  the pack with a blazing lap time of 1:52.490s. Cao Viet Nam from Honda Racing Vietnam Team made  it second at 1:52.847s followed by Muhammad Kiandra Ramadhipa of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM  at 1:53.122s, setting the stage for a fiercely contested session. In Practice 2, Cao Viet Nam asserted his dominance, topping the timesheets with an impressive lap  time of 1:52.047s. Muhammad Faerozi Toreqotullah from YAMAHA Racing Indonesia who clocked his  best lap time of 1:52.047s and Aiki Iyoshi of Motul Sniper Manual Tech at 1:52.759s demonstrated their  speed and skill, securing the second and third spots respectively.  As soon as Practice 3 started, Faerozi showcased his prowess with a sensational lap time of 1:51.015s,  solidifying his position as a front runner. Besides Faerozi, Kiandra and Herjun continued to impress with  fastest lap time at 1:52.191s and 1:52.444s respectively, rounding out the top three with strong  performances.  The combined practice results revealed the true contenders in the field. Faerozi emerged fastest overall,  setting an impressive benchmark with his stellar performance. Cao Viet Nam and Muhammad Kiandra  Ramadhipa closely trailed behind, ensuring a thrilling battle for pole position in tomorrow’s Qualifying  session.  Faerozi said “I am happy with my performance today session by session. As you can see, I finished fifth  in Practice 1, then placed second in Practice 2 and got first place in Practice 3, in which the progress is  positive. To me all riders are threats as it was pretty hard to fight for the top position in each Practice  session. I will think of the best strategy to achieve the best result.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The feisty appearance of the Asia Production 250cc machines will once again be seen on the grounds of Chang International Circuit this weekend for the season opener of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The entry line-up is just about everything that ups the ante in the race category. On for another season of competition and exhilaration is Herjun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM who was close to sealing the deal as champion last season. However, bowing defeat to Rheza Danica is all he needed to be back with a renewed aspiration and this time around, it’s nothing but tripled-effort to take the crown. It was a tough game and standing out among his equally competitive teammates was not as easy at it seemed, however Herjun settled for 1st runner up after taking four wins including a hat-trick. Accompanying him on the team’s strategic plan this season is 14-year-old Kiandra Ramadhipa who made a one-time appearance last year filling in for Veda Ega on his home- ground circuit, Mandalika. Together, the team seems all set for the race this weekend. Commenting on the season, Herjun said, “Last season was a great experience for me although it was a stiff battle between my own teammate. This season however, it is all about making it to the top spot on the podium. I want to be the Asian Champion for the season, no doubt! As usual, my preparations include activities like physical training and bike practices. I have to work on my riding techniques so that I don’t lose touch. With the machine, I am aware that the power is slightly decreased compared to last season which means I would have to be more aggressive to take chances. With the new regulations being implemented, I think that there will be many good opportunities for an enhanced performance. On my part, I need to be more consistent and focused in achieving my goals. Chang circuit is an interesting one as it keeps the riders going on a good fight from the very first lap to the last one. Of course, there is also one tricky corner at the circuit’s tail end. It’s all about one round at a time though and my aim for the coming round is to quickly adapt with the regulations. I believe my team is also well prepared in helping me achieve my dream for the season.” Kiandra on the other hand said, “This year is going to be a lot more different for me but I am excited to be a part of the ARRC community. It will be the platform that changes the direction of my riding career and I am quite positive that it will have a big impact on it. I had the opportunity to have a feel of what it would be like riding in ARRC, specifically in the AP250 race category last season when I came in as a replacement for Veda. Although it was only for a round, I somehow have a rough idea in terms of the strategies and rhythm. Of course, there will also be a lot of learning on the go and the plus would be my teammate who has had way more experience and is also superb in what he does. I just have to learn from him and get the fastest time as possible in a short period of time. Overall, I think I am quite ready to race and most importantly is to have the right mindset on the circuit ground. Part of my preparation includes maintaining my physical fitness and picking up on riding techniques on the bike. For sure I will utilise my experience from last season in TTC Racing as best as possible for make the most out of ARRC.” If last year was not his year to celebrate among the top five riders, this year may just be the year for Aiki Iyoshi of Motul Sniper Manual Tech team. The Japanese rider lost his chance when he was trumped by lady rider Muklada Sarapuech. But that is not going to dampen his esteems as he prepares himself for another season of uphill battle. Aiki may have concluded last season with only one shot on the podium however rewinding to his past performances, traces of unpredictable tricks can be tracked in his moves which gives us a hint that he has what it takes to make, only with a little more push. Perhaps, his new teammate Diandra Trihardika may just be the boost he needs to up his game. Aiki commented, “Last year was really tough for me. I was fully aware that there were huge gaps between myself and the riders ahead of me. It was quite competitive and I could not keep up. This season, I am hoping that it would be different, more so with some changes to the machine. We will be riding aboard a 250cc 4-cylinder. Of course, it is not just about the machine but all in, it is also my ability to strike where possible. I will definitely try and do my best to take advantage of the situation where it permits. So far, I haven’t met my teammate so I am not sure what it would be like however, I believe we are on the same page. Therefore, it is all about progressively improving and helping each other out. Chang circuit is one of my favourites but I think the biggest challenge is from the second half section to the final corner. So, that’s where I have to work on. It is all about winning and that’s where it begins for me!” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The Asia Production 250cc has always had a fascinating spin with vivacious and highly dominant riders working their moves for a taste of victory. Today, at the finale of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, Jakkreephat Pueetisan not only immersed himself in the celebratory moment but also presented his team Honda Racing Thailand, an unforgettable memory at home-ground in Race 2 of Round 6 at Chang International Circuit. The ride was nerve-wrecking in Race 1 when Veda faced threats from Thai teammates, Jakkreephat and Muklada. But Veda boldly removed himself from the pressure as he picked up speed. Cathing up with the Thai duo was Viet Nam who fought a good fight before Herjun broke into the party of three. Towards the last few laps, Veda was cruising towards the hall of fame when championship lead, Rheza joined the troop trailing him. As the battle behind him heated up, Veda glided towards victory. Thai duo, Jakkreephat and Muklada steered away from ASTRA HONDA teammates and dashed towards second and third. Once again, Veda was on fire as he went on to take lead but seconds into the race, he crashed, instantly opening up the opportunity for Muklada to take lead. Her teammate, Jakkreephat followed suit with Viet Nam at P3. On lap three, a slight glitch gave Jakkreephat the opportunity to move back into P1 but Viet Nam caught up. At P3, Wahyu Nugroho waited for his moment to strike. The fight among the trio became feistier. Rheza, who is in the running for the championship title made his way into P2 while Muklada kept a look out. The pressure mounted by mid-race. The exchange of positions became rampant. The ASTRA HONDA boys were overshadowed by the dexterities of their counterparts. Viet Nam on the other hand defended his position well and went on to form a slight gap but the troop quickly closed the gap with Muklada in charge. On the final lap, the lady rider revealed her fearless side as Jakkreephat and Herjun chased her. At the final turn, Muklada was defeated. Jakkreephat took the win at 18’54:829s. Commenting on the race, Jakkreephat said, “Today, the race was a little dangerous because the riders were highly competitive. Everyone was trying to overtake and move ahead. I had to find my pace and keep up and I am glad to have made it today.” Herun Atna Firdaus of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM made it second at 18’55:088s. Muklada Sarapuech of Honda Racing Team made it third at 18’55:338s. Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM made Champion in the Asia Production 150cc race category for Season 2023. He said, “Today was a good race for me. Yesterday was a little difficult but, it was excellent. The group fought till the very end. I wanted to take the chance to fight for the podium but it was too competitive and so, I took the safer approach. This is my second time being the champion in AP250. I am extremely happy.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a nerve-wrecking show as expected in the Asia Production 250cc as riders went on with the match of rivalry at Chang International Circuit. Standing tall in Race 1, Round 6 of the Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship was Veda Ega Pratama of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM who made an impressive win. During the qualifying session today, Veda went on with the same momentum like yesterday and raised the bar up when he took the pole position with his best lap time at 1’51:528s. At the second spot on the grid was teammate Rheza Danica with his best lap time at 1’51:693s. Thai rider, Jakkreephat of Thailand Honda Racing made it on the third spot with his best lap time at 1’51:889s. As soon as the race flagged off, Jakkreephat was quick to slide ahead of Veda at turn one. But seconds into the race, Veda picked up his momentum and exchanged positions with the Thai rider. Before lap 1 ended, Muklada made it into P2 before her teammate overtook. Challenging the trio was Viet Nam at P4 and together they formed the front troop. Meanwhile, Rheza took lead of the back troop with Irfan and Herjun close by. Two laps down, Veda positioned himself firmly as Thai teammates, Jakkreephat and Muklada worked together to take him down. By mid-race, Veda began drawing up gap to avoid the pressure from the Thais. As he went on a solo mission ahead of the troop behind with a gap of 3.166s, his teammate Herjun found his way into the battle for P2. The intensity grew among the four riders. Veda was out of threat but the four riders engaged in a fury fight as Rheza Danica finally joined them. On the last lap, Veda was on his way to celebrate victory but behind him, Jakkreephat, Herjun and Muklada took one last swing at the last turn before Jakkreephat dashed ahead to finish second on the podium at 18’41:898s. Veda Ega made victory 6.039s earlier at 18’41:937s. Commenting on the race, Veda said, “This weekend has been a fantastic for me. I just went on to enjoy the race as much as I could. Of course, I also tried remained focused throughout. I want to say thank you to the team and all sponsors as well as my family and my Indonesian fans who have been a great support to me throughout.” Muklada Sarapuech of Honda Racing Thailand completed third at 18’47:940s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com