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AZROY CLAIMED SENSATIONAL VICTORY

2025, 2025 Round 5, Asia Superbike 1000, Latest News /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship produced a dramatic Race 2 in the ASB1000 class at the Sepang International Circuit, as Azroy Hakeem Anuar of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA took a sensational victory after a chaotic final lap. Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah of JDT RACING TEAM got off to a solid start but was immediately challenged by Azroy at the first turn. The early laps saw Hafizh and Azroy trading positions at the front, with Muhammad Zaqhwan Zaidi of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA, Keito Abe of SDG HARC-PRO. HONDA PHILIPPINES, and Nakarin Atiratphuvapat of HONDA RACING THAILAND battling for top positions. By Lap 3, Zaqhwan overtook Hafizh to take the lead, setting the fastest lap at 2’06.362s. Azroy began his climb, overtaking Keito and gradually closing the gap to the front runners with successive fastest laps of 2’06.166s, 2’06.028s, and 2’06.003s between laps 6 and 10. Lap 11 saw Hafizh regain the lead, setting the stage for a dramatic finale. On the final lap, a collision occurred when Zaqhwan attempted to overtake Hafizh, resulting in both riders crashing out. This opened the door for Azroy, who seized the moment and crossed the finish line first at 25’26.719s. Nakarin took second at 25’29.682s, while Andi Farid Izdihar of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM completed the podium at 25’29.750s. The second-place finish for Nakarin secured him the championship lead, giving him an advantage heading into the final round at his home circuit in Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand. Azroy said, “Alhamdulillah, after a very tough race yesterday, today I managed to get back to number one after a long time. This was possible thanks to my team, although there were also some crashes involving the riders ahead of me, which are part of racing. At the start, I tried to fight for first position, but my rear tyre had no grip, so I dropped back to fourth. From there, I focused on building momentum and regaining confidence lap by lap. After passing Nakarin, I felt I was closing in, but I pushed too hard in the middle of the lap. That’s why, on the last lap, I was a bit too far to challenge further. I also noticed the gap behind was about two seconds, so finishing third was safer than risking a crash. I want to thank everyone, especially the fans who came to support us in Sepang. Now, let’s see how it goes in the final round in Buriram.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

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SYARIFUDDIN’S FIRST DOUBLE WIN IN SEPANG

2025, 2025 Round 5, Latest News, Supersports 600 /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship saw an exhilarating Race 2 in the SS600 class at the Sepang International Circuit, as Malaysia’s Muhammad Syarifuddin Azman of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA secured his first double win on home soil.At the start, Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING got off to a strong launch, followed by Muhammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM and Syarifuddin in third. By Lap 2, Kasma continued to lead, while Syarifuddin overtook Adenanta to move into second, keeping close to the front runner. Adenanta settled in third, followed by Wahyu Nugroho of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA and his teammate Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah. On Lap 3, Syarifuddin clocked the fastest lap of 2’09.936s, keeping Kasma under pressure as the top two riders pulled a one-second gap from the chasing group. Lap 4 saw Syarifuddin close in on Kasma by 0.147s, with the gap to the second group gradually extending to two seconds by Lap 7. Adenanta held third, while Wahyu and Faerozi rounded out the top five. The decisive moment arrived on the final lap when Syarifuddin seized a daring opportunity on Turn 8 to overtake Kasma. He accelerated decisively and pulled away, crossing the finish line first at 21’50.647s, securing his second victory of the weekend. Kasma took second place at 21’51.524s, while Adenanta completed the podium at 21’53.088s. Syarifuddin said, “I would like to say a big thank you to my team for giving me so much confidence on the bike. During the race, I really enjoyed the opening lap, and then I set the fastest lap time of 2’09.697s. At the end, I tried to find a way to overtake Kasma on the final lap. Kasma blocked the line very tightly, but I saw a small space to pass him, and finally I got through and secured a double win. This is the first time I’ve achieved a double win here on home soil. I can’t even describe how happy I am. Thank you so much to all the supporters who came to cheer for all the Malaysian riders. I love you all!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

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ARBI’S FIFTH VICTORY

2025, 2025 Round 5, Asia Production 250, Latest News /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship delivered a thrilling Race 2 in the AP250 class at the Sepang International Circuit, as Fadillah Arbi Aditama of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM stormed to his fifth victory of the season following a spectacular final-lap attack. At the start, Thailand’s Krittapat Keankum of YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM got off the line strongly, closely followed by Mohammad Murobbil Vitoni of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM in second, Candra H of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA in third, and Arbi in fourth. By Lap 2, Murobbil took the lead, while Arbi climbed to second, shadowing the front-runner alongside Krittapat, Candra, and Muhammad Fadhil Musyavi of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA. The front group remained tightly packed with constant position changes at every turn.Lap 3 saw Md Izam Ikmal of VICTOR RACING TEAM join the fray, creating a six-rider battle for the lead. Irfan Ardiansyah of MAEZTRO NWN SCK HONDA RACING TEAM set the fastest lap at 2’24.370s, moving up to second and keeping Arbi under pressure. By Lap 6, Arbi clocked the fastest lap of 2’24.020s, reclaiming the top spot and asserting himself at the head of the group. The lead remained fiercely contested over the next laps, with Murobbil, Irfan, and Arbi exchanging positions in a tense battle for victory. The decisive moment came on the final lap when Arbi executed a daring move at the last turn, pulling a crucial gap on the front group. He powered to the finish line to claim victory in 19’26.889s. Murobbil crossed second at 19’27.262s, while Irfan completed the podium at 19’27.299s. Arbi said, “I guess it’s not correct because many riders touched me. But I tried to manage my pace and emotions, focused on breathing on the straights, and stayed relaxed. Anyway, I liked the way I raced today. Alhamdulillah, I got the win. I just tried to push every lap and look for something extra on the last lap. They thought maybe I was already at the limit, but actually I wasn’t. On the last lap I went for a full attack, braked as late as possible, managed the slide, and gave everything. Alhamdulillah, it worked and I took the win. Thank you so much to my team, fans, and sponsors. Yesterday I made a silly mistake, but today I repaid my team with this victory.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

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AFIF STRUCK, HUSNI CHAMPION

2025, 2025 Round 5, Latest News, Underbone 150 /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship brought an electrifying conclusion to the UB150 class at the Sepang International Circuit, as Malaysia’s Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team stormed to victory in Race 2, while Indonesia’s Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 secured the overall UB150 Championship title for the 2025 season. At the race start, Afif launched superbly to take the lead, with Husni close behind. Early drama struck when Ahmad Fazrul Sham of CARDINALS Factory YAMAHA ZYNERGYS Racing Team ARRC collided with Shahrol Syazras Shahrol Yuzy of ESTREMO YUZY ASIA TEAM, forcing Fazrul out of contention. By Lap 2, Husni and his teammate Gupita Kresna Wardhana took control at the front, with Afif and his teammate Md Akid Aziz from Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team in close pursuit. The pack remained tight, with no rider able to break away as positions shuffled at every corner. On Lap 4, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL surged into the lead, though the relentless pressure from the front group ensured the race remained wide open. The battle intensified further on Lap 5, with constant changes at the sharp end of the field.The decisive moment came on the final lap. As the group powered into the last corner, Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM looked poised for victory, sprinting ahead. However, Afif found an opening, unleashing a blistering drive to the line and snatching victory by just 0.006s with a winning time of 15’45.824s. Fahmi had to settle for second at 15’45.830s, while M. Syirat Sauki of 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team completed the podium at 15’45.977s. It was a double delight for Afif, who sealed both Race 1 and Race 2 wins in Sepang. However, the bigger celebration belonged to Husni, who was officially crowned the 2025 UB150 Champion after collecting 202 points, 62 points clear of runner-up Fahmi Basam, an unassailable margin with one round remaining. Husni said, “Alhamdulillah, all praise to God. I am grateful to my family who have prayed for me. Through the prayers of my family and friends in Indonesia, I was able to become the ARRC champion this season. To my team and my boss, thank you very much for giving me this valuable opportunity. In today’s race, I made a small mistake on the last lap, but Alhamdulillah, the most important thing is that I managed to secure the championship title in Race 2.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

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HIROKI’S MASTERCLASS AT SEPANG

2025, 2025 Round 5, Latest News, TVS Asia One Make /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship delivered a breathtaking Race 2 of the TVS ASIA One Make Championship at the Sepang International Circuit, as Japan’s Hiroki Ono stormed to yet another victory following an intense four-rider battle. At the race start, India’s Sarthak Chavan launched well but was immediately shadowed by Spain’s Luis Miguel, Japan’s Hiroki Ono, and Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli. By Lap 3, the four riders locked horns in a thrilling contest for the lead, pulling a five-second gap from the second group, led by Malaysia’s Md Haziq Md Fairues in fifth place. On Lap 4, Hiroki muscled his way to the front, though Ramdan pushed aggressively in a bid to overtake, with Luis and Sarthak also shuffling positions at every turn. The battle only grew more intense as the quartet extended their advantage to seven seconds over the chasing pack. The decisive moment came on the final lap when Hiroki unleashed a blistering pace, holding off relentless pressure from his rivals. The Japanese rider crossed the finish line in 14’23.119s, just 0.060s clear of Luis Miguel in second place at 14’23.179s, while Sarthak Chavan secured third at 14’23.224s. Malaysian hopes rested with Ramdan, who finished fourth at 14’23.762s, followed closely by compatriot Haziq in fifth at 14’31.994s. Hiroki expressed, “After the warm-up today, the rain came, but fortunately the race was dry, which made me really happy. The conditions were different compared to yesterday, where yesterday I was only fighting with Ramdan, but today I was battling with four riders right until the last turn. For me, this was a good advantage because I gained a lot of experience. This weekend I achieved pole position and two victories, which is very important for me. Now, I will stay focused on the final race in Thailand. Thank you very much to all the Japanese fans, Arigatou!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2

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HAFIZH CONQUERED HOME SOIL

2025, 2025 Round 5, Asia Superbike 1000, Latest News /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered a scorching Race 1 in the ASB1000 class at the Sepang International Circuit, with Malaysian star Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah of JDT RACING TEAM taking a commanding victory in extreme conditions. Hafizh got off to a strong start, immediately taking the lead ahead of Azroy Hakeem Anuar and Muhammad Zaqhwan Zaidi of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA. Keito Abe of SDG HARC-PRO. HONDA PHILIPPINES and Nakarin Atiratphuvapat of HONDA RACING THAILAND completed the top five, setting the stage for a fierce Honda-versus-Ducati battle. By Lap 3, Keito clocked the fastest lap at 2’06.015s, closing in on third, but Zaqhwan defended his position. Hafizh maintained a steady pace at the front, while Lap 5 saw Azroy 0.746s behind. Lap 6 brought drama as Azroy crashed, giving Hafizh a larger advantage, and Keito moved up to second before also crashing out. Azroy rejoined in tenth, while Zaqhwan and Nakarin capitalised to move into second and third. The following laps saw further attrition in the top five, with Andi Farid Izdihar of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM crashing on Lap 10. Hafizh, displaying exceptional control, managed the front tyre under the blistering heat and crossed the line in 25’26.781s. Zaqhwan secured second at 25’30.043s, while Nakarin claimed the final podium spot at 25’42.950s. Lachlan Epis of SAVITAR RACING ASIA and Maiku Watanuki of Team TATARA Aprilia completed the top five. Hafizh said, “Wow, the last four laps were really tough, especially managing the front tyre, it was losing grip many times. When I saw Keito drop out, I told myself to stay calm, enjoy the moment, and relax. I knew Zaqhwan was 4.5 seconds behind, so I focused on maintaining my pace. I had nothing more to prove in terms of speed as the start already showed that, and it was enough to secure the win. This victory is for the team, my family, our boss, and all the fans who came, including the marshals on the track. Racing in these hot conditions, with 41°C air temperature and 60°C for asphalt, wouldn’t have been possible without their support.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1

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SYARIFUDDIN SEIZED HOME VICTORY

2025, 2025 Round 5, Latest News, Supersports 600 /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered an intense Race 1 in the SS600 class at the Sepang International Circuit, with Malaysian Muhammad Syarifuddin Azman of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA claiming a thrilling home victory under sweltering 41°C conditions. At the start, Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING surged into the lead, followed closely by Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM, Muhammad Syarifuddin Azman in third, Wahyu Nugroho of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA fourth, and Muhammad Helmi Azman of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA fifth. By Lap 2, Kasma maintained the lead while Syarifuddin and Wahyu moved into second and third, with Adenanta and Helmi in pursuit. On Lap 3, Kasma set the fastest lap at 2’10.307s and steadily led the race, pulling nearly a three-second gap from the chasing group alongside Syarifuddin. Lap 4 saw further shuffles as Adenanta overtook Helmi to claim third, but Wahyu crashed out, narrowing the top contenders. The hot conditions tested the riders’ tyre management as Kasma remained in front, closely shadowed by Syarifuddin. Helmi and Adenanta exchanged positions multiple times, showcasing a thrilling Malaysian trio at the front. By Lap 8, Syarifuddin sensed his opportunity as riders began losing grip under the searing heat. He overtook Kasma and gradually pulled away, demonstrating exceptional control and strategy. On the final lap, Syarifuddin maintained composure, crossing the line first in 21’57.501s. Kasma finished second at 21’59.192s, while Thailand’s Anupab Sarmoon of YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM executed a daring final-turn move to snatch third at 22’04.769s, just ahead of Helmi. Syarifuddin expressed, “We knew that in the hot conditions we had better pace, but at the start I focused on following Kasma because he also has a solid pace here. Towards the end, I noticed Kasma struggling a bit with the rear, so I knew it was my moment to attack. I really enjoyed the race and want to thank everyone who supported me, especially my wife. Her support at home means a lot. If she were here today, it would have made this victory even more special.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1

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CANDRA TRIUMPHED IN SEPANG HEAT

2025, 2025 Round 5, Asia Production 250, Latest News /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered scorching action in Race 1 of the AP250 class at the Sepang International Circuit, with Indonesia’s Candra H of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA emerging victorious in a dramatic battle under sweltering 40°C track temperatures. As the lights went out, Candra got off to a strong launch and seized the early lead, only to be overtaken by Thailand’s Krittapat Keankum of YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM, with compatriot Mohammad Murobbil Vitoni of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM close behind. By the end of the opening lap, Candra had slipped to third. On Lap 2, Fadillah Arbi Aditama of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM surged to the front, igniting hopes of a charge, but technical gremlins struck, forcing him to slow as the pack swept past. Murobbil inherited the lead before disaster struck on Lap 3 when he and Krittapat collided with Rintaro Takemoto of TY Antares Racing Team and Davino Britani of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM and crashed, dramatically reshuffling the running order. The incident elevated six riders into podium contention: Muhammad Fadhil Musyavi of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA, Candra, Galang Hendra Pratama of YAMAHA BAF YAMALUBE AKAI JAYA MBKW2 RACING, Md Izam Ikmal of VICTOR RACING TEAM, Mohamad Danial Syahmi Ahmad Shahril of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR ASIA TEAM, and Abdullah Qayyum A Razak of CARDINALS Factory YAMAHA ZYNERGYS Racing Team ARRC. By Lap 6, Fadhil and Candra were locked in an intense duel for the lead, swapping positions at every opportunity, while Danial held firm in third and Izam began to close in from fourth. Japan’s Aiki Iyoshi of MOTUL KAWASAKI SNIPER MANUAL TECH joined the mix in fifth, setting the stage for a thrilling finale. The last lap saw all-out aggression as Izam launched his challenge for victory, but Candra held his nerve and powered across the line first with a time of 19’35.572s. Izam followed just 0.158s behind at 19’35.730s, while Fadhil secured third at 19’35.734s, a mere 0.004s further back. Candra shared, “I’m at a loss for words. I want to sincerely thank my team, my mechanic, and the team owner, as well as my family who has supported me all the way. This victory is dedicated to everyone who has stood behind me and believed in me.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1

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AFIF PULLED OFF HEROIC WIN

2025, 2025 Round 5, Latest News, Underbone 150 /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered a thrilling Race 1 in the UB150 class at the Sepang International Circuit, with Malaysian Ahmad Afif Amran of Pitsbike Superfast JRT Rapido Racing Team producing a stunning late-race charge to claim victory on home soil. Afif made a strong start, initially taking the lead, but the opening corners saw rapid position changes as the pack jostled for supremacy. By Lap 2, Afif regained the lead, closely shadowed by Indonesia’s Gupita Kresna Wardhana of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34, Dimas Juli Atmoko of RACETECH SIXTY Racing, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL, and April King Mascardo of UMA MMR YAMAHA PHILIPPINE RACING TEAM. Peerapong later slowed with technical issues and retired from the race. Lap 3 saw Afif drop to ninth in split seconds, with Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of RACETECH SIXTY Racing leading, before April made a bold move to take the front. On Lap 4, Danial Damar of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM surged ahead, while Afif recovered to second, maintaining relentless pressure. The tightly packed group continued to swap positions, with all riders separated by less than a second.By Lap 5, Adytya Fauzi of JPNW SND FACTORY RACING, who served penalty by starting from pit lane, charged up to second position, setting the stage for an electrifying finale. On the final lap, Afif unleashed a masterful attack, accelerating past the group and creating an uncatchable 1.358s gap to claim the checkered flag in 15’43.856s. Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM held on for second at 15’45.070s, while Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 MCR RBT 34 completed the podium in 15’45.075s. Ahmad Afif commented, “At the beginning of the lap, I tried to break away but wasn’t successful, so I had to stay in the front group first. On the last lap, I tried once again and bet on it. I pushed a bit too early at the first turn, usually riders push at Sector 3 or Sector 4. I tried to take that chance and make the most of it, and Alhamdulillah, I saw the gap growing and just maintained the speed until the finish line. I believe tomorrow’s race will be even tougher, so I need to plan a new strategy because today they might have figured out mine. Let’s see how tomorrow’s race will turn out. Thank you to the team, and not forgetting the crew who worked very hard this year. Alhamdulillah, in this round we managed to be on the podium.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1

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HIROKI SNATCHED LAST-LAP VICTORY

2025, 2025 Round 5, Latest News, TVS Asia One Make /

Round 5 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered an electrifying Race 1 of the TVS ASIA One Make Championship at the Sepang International Circuit, with Japan’s Hiroki Ono snatching a dramatic last-corner victory from Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli. As the lights went out, Spain’s Luis Miguel launched strongly off the line, but his lead was short-lived as Hiroki Ono capitalised on a wide first turn to surge to the front. Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli immediately gave chase in second, followed by India’s Sarthak Chavan in third, Luis dropping to fourth, and Chiranth Vishwanath of India in fifth. By Lap 2, the leading quintet of Hiroki, Luis, Chiranth, Ramdan, and Sarthak had carved out a two-second advantage from the chasing group. Hiroki looked comfortable in command, but the battle behind remained intense. On Lap 3, Hiroki stamped his authority by clocking a fastest lap of 2’21.312s, while Ramdan muscled his way into second, demoting Sarthak to third. Luis and Chiranth continued their fight for fourth as the front-runners began to pull clear. The home crowd roared to life on Lap 4 when Ramdan responded with a blistering 2’21.166s, closing the gap to just 0.233s behind Hiroki. The duo began to break away from the chasing group, which trailed at 2.602s adrift, while the fight for the final podium spot intensified among Sarthak, Luis, and Chiranth. Lap 5 delivered heart-stopping drama as Hiroki and Ramdan traded overtakes for the lead, neither willing to give an inch. The final lap saw Ramdan edging into the lead, with Hiroki shadowing him at every corner. The Malaysian looked set to claim a famous home victory, but Hiroki launched a bold inside move at the final corner, seizing the win in 14’20.277s. Ramdan crossed just 0.047s behind at 14’20.324s, leaving the crowd in disbelief. Sarthak Chavan secured third at 14’22.419s, with Luis Miguel and Chiranth Vishwanath completing the top five. Hiroki reflected, “Race was very tough until the last lap fighting with Ramdan. But every lap I felt not too bad because I was relaxed. At the beginning, there was some battling with a few riders to get to the top, but in the last few laps it was just me and Ramdan. On the final corner, I decided to go from the inside and managed to take the win. This victory is very important for the championship. Tomorrow, my target is also to get another victory.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE

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