At the start, Muhammad Zaqhwan Zaidi of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA made a strong launch to take the lead, followed closely by teammate Azroy Hakeem Anuar and Hafizh in third. Home rider Nakarin Atiratphuvapat of HONDA RACING THAILAND settled into fourth, while Keito Abe of SDG HARC-PRO. HONDA PHILIPPINES completed the top five.

By Lap 2, Hafizh had moved into the lead after overtaking Zaqhwan, while Azroy remained in close contention in third. Behind them, Keito and Nakarin continued to stay within striking distance as the front group remained tightly packed.

Hafizh continued to increase the pace, setting the fastest lap time of 1’35.788s on Lap 4 while defending several overtaking attempts from Zaqhwan. The battle behind also intensified as Keito briefly moved ahead of Azroy for third, though the Malaysian quickly reclaimed the position.

On Lap 5, Azroy responded with a fastest lap of 1’35.673s and a top speed of 299.2km/h as the leading trio began to separate themselves from the chasing riders. A lap later, Azroy overtook Zaqhwan to move into second and immediately began chasing Hafizh at the front.

However, the race took a turn on Lap 8 when Azroy crashed at Turn 8 while pushing hard to close the gap to Hafizh. The incident promoted Zaqhwan back into second, with Keito moving up to third and Nakarin into fourth.

Despite being chased by Honda riders for much of the race, Hafizh remained calm and steadily built his advantage. By Lap 10, the JDT RACING TEAM rider had extended his lead to 3.017s, maintaining strong pace with a top speed of 295.9km/h.

The fight for the podium intensified in the closing laps as Keito overtook Zaqhwan for second on Lap 11. On the final lap, Nakarin also moved ahead of Zaqhwan, while the Malaysian rider crashed at the final corner during an overtaking attempt.

Unchallenged at the front, Hafizh crossed the finish line to claim victory in 24’01.995s. Keito secured second place in 24’04.743s, while Nakarin completed the podium on home soil in 24’05.477s.

Hafizh shared, “I made a good start and entered the first corner in third position. I almost hit Azroy Hakeem Anuar because he braked a bit early at Turn 3, but thankfully I managed to avoid an accident.

During the middle of the race, I struggled a little as the bike felt different, possibly due to the changing conditions from hot to cooler temperatures. I tried to understand the situation, stay calm, and control my pace.

Luckily, toward the end of the race, I managed to set the fastest lap and create a good gap, which helped me control the race until the finish. Achieving four wins in a row feels really special, and this victory is for my team, my boss, HRH Tunku Mahkota Ismail, and everyone who has supported me. I also want to wish good luck to Johor Jewel in their finals tonight, and JDT football team. Seeing others from the same camp succeed gives me extra motivation to keep pushing and finish the season strongly.

As I always say, hard work pays off. I trained hard in the heat, spent many hours cycling, and pushed myself to prepare for moments like this. Now, I just want to enjoy this moment, prepare mentally for the next race, and continue working hard. Thank you to all the Malaysian fans, this victory is for you.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2
1. HAFIZH SYAHRIN ABDULLAH – JDT RACING TEAM (24’01.995s)
2. KEITO ABE – SDG HARC-PRO. HONDA PHILIPPINES (24’04.743s)
3. MUHAMMAD ZAQHWAN ZAIDI – IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA (24’05.477s)
4. NAKARIN ATIRATPHUVAPAT – HONDA RACING THAILAND (24’10.150s)
5. LACHLAN EPIS – SWIFT GROW RACING TEAM (24’12.771s)

The race got underway with Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin of HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING making a good launch, but a slight wheelie off the start slowed him down, allowing Anupab Sarmoon of HONDA RACING THAILAND to move into the lead. Kasma quickly settled into second, followed by Thanat in third, McKinley Kyle Paz of HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING in fourth and Muhammad Helmi Azman of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA in fifth.
By Lap 2, Kasma had taken over at the front, leading ahead of Thanat and Anupab. However, the race took an unexpected turn when Thanat was handed a Long Lap Penalty, dropping the Thai rider down to 11th position after rejoining the race.

At the front, the battle remained intense between Kasma and Anupab, with both riders exchanging positions while keeping the pace high. Anupab set the fastest lap time of 1’39.841s on Lap 3 as he continued to pressure Kasma. Behind them, McKinley, Helmi and Muhammad Faerozi Toreqottullah of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA remained in contention.

Thanat meanwhile began his recovery ride. The Thai rider steadily worked his way back through the field, setting the fastest lap time of 1’39.604s on Lap 4 before improving further with a 1’39.586s on Lap 7 and a 1’39.529s on Lap 8. By Lap 9, Thanat had rejoined the leading group and quickly moved into third position before overtaking Kasma for second on Lap 10.

With two laps remaining, Anupab and Thanat pulled slightly clear of the chasing riders, setting up a close battle for victory. On the final lap, Thanat made his move at the final corner, going around the outside of Anupab before racing to the finish line to complete an impressive comeback win.

Thanat crossed the line first in 20’02.096s to secure victory on home soil, with Anupab finishing just 0.130s behind in second at 20’02.226s. Behind them, McKinley made a bold final-corner move on Kasma to secure third place in 20’02.673s, relegating the Malaysian rider to fourth.

Thanat expressed, “When I first found out that I had to take the long lap penalty, honestly, I lost some confidence and felt a bit discouraged. In a race like this, every second matters, so naturally I was worried about how much it would affect my chances. But my team kept encouraging me and telling me that I can do it and their belief gave me the confidence to keep fighting.

In the end, I told myself to stay calm and focus on the race, and thankfully, the long lap was not a problem for me. I managed to recover, keep pushing, and achieve this result. I’m really happy and emotional because it has been such a long time since I last won here, and to finally do it again means so much to me. Honestly, it’s difficult to even describe how I feel right now.

I just want to sincerely thank everyone who has supported me throughout this journey, my team, supporters, and everyone who kept believing in me. This moment means a lot, and I’m truly grateful.”

Top 5 Fastest – Race 2
1. THANAT LAOONGPLIO – HONDA RACING THAILAND (20’02.096s)
2. ANUPAB SARMOON – YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM (20’02.226s)
3. MCKINLEY KYLE PAZ – HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING (20’02.673s)
4. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING (20’02.865s)
5. MUHAMMAD FAEROZI TOREQOTTULLAH – YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA (20’06.674s)

From the moment the lights went out, Krittapat looked untouchable. The Thai rider launched brilliantly off the line to grab the holeshot, immediately placing himself ahead of Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM and Hiroki Ono of HONDA RACING VIETNAM. Behind them, Panjaruch Chitwirulchat of HONDA RACING THAILAND slotted into fourth, with Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM close behind in fifth as the front group charged into an early battle.

By Lap 2, Krittapat continued to dictate the pace at the front, but pressure mounted from Hiroki and Fahmi while Rheza and Panjaruch remained firmly in contention. Drama struck early when Hiroki was handed a Long Lap Penalty, reshuffling the fight behind the leader.

As the race settled into rhythm, Krittapat refused to blink. Lap 3 saw Rheza begin his charge while Riichi Takahira of Tianyu Asia Racing MFZ fired in the fastest lap of the race at 1’50.922s to move himself into podium contention. Yet, even as positions shifted behind him, Krittapat stayed calm and clinical at the front.

By Lap 5, the race began to tilt decisively in favour of the Thai rider. While the chasing pack involving Teeranai Tubtim, Panjaruch, Riichi and Rheza traded places relentlessly, Krittapat quietly stretched his advantage to 1.572s. A lap later, the gap grew further to 2.108s, with the home hero steadily disappearing into the distance.

The fight for the podium intensified in the closing laps as Panjaruch fought to keep his position while Irfan Ardiansyah of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM surged from fifth into podium contention. Hiroki, despite his earlier penalty, clawed his way back into the top group, while Muhammad Irfan Haykhal Amidi of MOTUL HONDA ASIA TEAM also joined the mix.

But at the front, Krittapat was in a race of his own. Entering the final lap, the Thai rider had built a massive 4.723s advantage, leaving the chasing riders to battle among themselves. Roared on by passionate home fans, Krittapat crossed the chequered flag first in a dominant time of 18’41.804s, sealing a memorable home victory. Fellow Thai rider Panjaruch secured second place at 18’46.498s, while Indonesia’s Candra H of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA completed the podium in third at 18’48.366s.

Krittapat said, “First of all, I would like to sincerely thank my team for all their hard work and dedication in preparing both me and the bike. Everyone gave their maximum effort, and without them, today’s result would not have been possible. I would also like to express my appreciation to my boss, sponsors, and family for always believing in me and continuing to support me through every challenge. Their encouragement means everything to me.

For today’s race, I’m happy that I was able to give my best and achieve a positive result. Of course, there are still areas where we can improve, and this gives us more motivation to keep working harder. Now, my focus shifts to the next race in Japan, where I hope we can continue improving, stay competitive, and fight for an even stronger result.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2
1. KRITTAPAT KEANKUM – YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM (18’41.804s)
2. PANJARUCH CHITWIRULCHAT – HONDA RACING THAILAND(18’46.498s)
3. CANDRA H – YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA (18’48.366s)
4. RHEZA DANICA AHRENS – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (18’48.536s)
5. TEERANAI TUBTIM – YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM (18:48.536s)

At the start, April King Mascardo of RACETECH YAMAHA PHILIPPINES RACING TEAM made a strong launch to take the early lead, followed by Nazirul Izzat Muhammad Bahauddin of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR TEAM. However, the field quickly formed into the usual UB150 front pack, with positions changing continuously through the opening laps.

By Lap 2, Husni had joined the battle at the front alongside April, Ahmad Darwisy Ahmad Sahir, Shahrol Syazras Shahrol Yuzy and Muhammad Adib Arsyad Mohd Hisam.
Lap 3 saw Adib briefly move into the lead while Indonesia’s Dimas Juli Atmoko of HJS YOUNGSTAR KAWAHARA RCTH SIXTY also entered the fight at the front.

On Lap 4, Fadli Rigani of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM moved into contention after setting the fastest lap of the race at 2’02.357s and taking over the lead. However, his challenge ended on Lap 6 after suffering an engine problem while leading the race. At the front, the battle remained tight between Husni, Nazirul, Adytya Fauzi, Syazras and Rendi Odding, with no rider able to create a gap heading into the closing laps.

Drama unfolded again on the final lap when Kiki Sudarman Manurung of JPNW SND FACTORY RACING crashed, while Nazirul and John Emerson Inguito of 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team SNIPER 150 also crashed at the final corner during the fight for podium positions.

Husni stayed consistent throughout the race and crossed the finish line first in 16’37.890s to secure victory. Dimas initially finished second on the road, but a post-race penalty for exceeding track limits at Turn 12 dropped him to fourth place.

As a result, Darwisy was promoted to second with a finishing time of 16’38.280s, while Adytya completed the podium in third at 16’38.301s.

Husni said, “First of all, I would like to express my deepest gratitude, Alhamdulillah for today’s result. A huge thank you as well to the team for all their hard work throughout this week, and to everyone who kept me in their prayers and continued supporting me. It truly means a lot to me.

The race was incredibly exciting and challenging because, at Turn 3, there was a bit of rain, while the rest of the circuit remained dry. The mixed conditions made it very tricky and demanded extra focus from all of us. After the mistake I made in Race 1, I reminded myself to stay calm and learn from that experience instead of letting it affect my confidence.

Even in the final lap, I focused on staying composed and making the right decisions. Alhamdulillah, the lesson from Race 1 helped me approach Race 2 with a better mindset, and thankfully everything worked out in the end. I’m truly grateful for today’s blessing and result. Thank you so much to everyone who supported me. This means a lot.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2
1. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY – ZIEAR LFN HP969 ADELIN MCR RBT34 (16’37.890s)
2. AHMAD DARWISY AHMAD SAHIR – YUZY ASIA TEAM (16’38.280s)
3. ADYTYA FAUZI – JPNW SND FACTORY RACING (16’38.301s)
4. DIMAS JULI ATMOKO – HJS YOUNGSTAR KAWAHARA RCTH SIXTY (16’38.242s)
5. M. SYIRAT SAUKI – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (16’38.480s)

The race began with Mohd Ramdan Rosli of Malaysia getting a strong launch off the line to take the early lead, but Spain’s Luis Miguel quickly responded by taking over at Turn 1. Behind them, Sarthak remained in the leading group alongside Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos as the fight at the front intensified.

By Lap 2, Pedrinho moved into the lead while Sarthak and South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri kept the pressure on. Ramdan dropped back briefly to sixth position but steadily worked his way back into contention.

Lap 3 saw Ramdan regain the lead under pressure from Luis, Colombia’s Jhon A Lopez C and Malaysia’s Md Naqib Rifqi, with the front group remaining tightly packed.

On Lap 4, Jhon briefly led the race while Ramdan responded by setting the fastest lap of 1’51.746s. A lap later, Sarthak answered with a quicker pace of 1’50.765s, putting himself back into the fight for victory.

With three laps remaining, the battle for the lead remained wide open as Sarthak, Luis, Ramdan, Pedrinho and Naqib exchanged positions in a closely contested fight.

The decisive moment came on the final lap when Luis and Oratilwe crashed at Turn 6 while battling for position, ending their challenge for a podium finish.

At the front, Sarthak stayed composed and made his move in the final corner to secure victory. Ramdan crossed the line just 0.073s behind in second place, while Pedrinho completed the podium only 0.088s adrift of the winner.

Sarthak claimed the win in 14’58.040s, followed by Ramdan in second at 14’58.113s, while Pedrinho secured third place with a time of 14’58.128s.

Sarthak said, “Indeed, it was a great race and once again one of my best races here in Thailand. After what happened yesterday in qualifying and a very tough race 1, I knew I had to bounce back stronger and prove to myself that I could fight again. It was not an easy challenge, but I stayed focused and kept believing until the very end.
I think we did a really good job today. In the final corner, I managed to make my move and outdo the other riders, which made the result even more special and emotional for me. I’m very happy with the performance and proud of how we fought back after a difficult start.

A special thank you to TVS Racing, my parents, and all the sponsors who have supported me throughout this journey. Their trust and encouragement mean everything to me. In the championship, I’m still in the fight, and I will continue giving my best because my goal is to fight for the overall championship title this year.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2
1. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (14’58.040s)
2. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’58.113s)
3. PEDRINHO MATOS – Portugal (14’58.128s)
4. MD NAQIB RIFQI – MALAYSIA (14’58.281s)
5. JEAN KENTO TURNER – JAPAN (14’58.975s)

Starting from fifth on the grid, Hafizh found himself chasing a relentless leading pack early on as pole-sitter Muhammad Zaqhwan Zaidi of IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA launched perfectly off the line to seize the holeshot. Teammate Azroy Hakeem Anuar slotted into second, while local hope Nakarin Atiratphuvapat of HONDA RACING THAILAND briefly held third ahead of Keito Abe of SDG HARC-PRO. HONDA PHILIPPINES. Hafizh and teammate Andi Farid Izdihar remained close behind, waiting for the right moment to strike.

By Lap 2, the race pace intensified as Zaqhwan and Azroy attempted to establish control, but Keito soon inserted himself into the fight. Hafizh, meanwhile, remained composed in the blistering Buriram heat, carefully managing his pace and tyres while staying within touching distance of the leaders.

Drama unfolded on Lap 4 when Keito overtook Azroy for second before capitalising on a mistake from Zaqhwan at the final corner to briefly inherit the race lead. From there, the race evolved into a breathtaking contest as positions changed repeatedly among the front-runners.

The defining moment came on Lap 8, with clinical precision, Hafizh carved his way through the leading group, executing a stunning move to overtake both Keito and Zaqhwan in a single sequence to move into second place. Just one lap later, the defending champion completed his charge, sweeping past Azroy to take over at the front.

Once clear, Hafizh began to stretch his advantage while chaos continued behind him. By Lap 11, Hafizh had opened a gap of more than one second, showcasing the experience and race management that made him last season’s champion.

After 14 laps of relentless pressure and tactical racing, Hafizh crossed the finish line in 24’06.445s to secure a memorable victory and extend his remarkable run to three consecutive podium finishes.

Behind him, Azroy held off fierce late pressure to finish second at 24’09.071s, while Keito secured a hard-earned third place at 24’09.321s. The battle for the podium remained alive until the final corner as Andi launched a brave attack on Azroy, only to run wide and ultimately settle for fifth behind Zaqhwan.

Hafizh expressed, “I really appreciate everyone around me who pushed me hard during training and preparation. The heat training helped a lot in today’s tough conditions. Earlier, during the long run, I almost crashed at the second-last corner, but thankfully I managed to save it and came back stronger with a faster lap. During the race, I focused on keeping my rhythm and staying patient. Honestly, my target was not the podium. I was aiming for a top-four finish. But when I saw the riders in front battling and unable to pull away, I knew I had a chance, so I started making my moves and thankfully, we did it again, three wins in a row. It feels really special. This result is for all my fans, my boss, HRH Tunku Mahkota Ismail, and my family, who have always supported me and been my backbone. Alhamdulillah, all the hard work has paid off.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1
1. HAFIZH SYAHRIN ABDULLAH – JDT RACING TEAM (24’06.445s)
2. AZROY HAKEEM ANUAR – IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA (24’09.071s)
3. KEITO ABE – SDG HARC-PRO. HONDA PHILIPPINES (24’09.321s)
4. MUHAMMAD ZAQHWAN ZAIDI – IDEMITSU HONDA RACING MALAYSIA (24’09.723s)
5. ANDI FARID IZDIHAR – JDT RACING TEAM (24’09.814s)

Kasma emerged victorious in spectacular fashion, edging out Thailand’s Thanat Laoongplio of HONDA RACING THAILAND by a mere 0.003s after a photo-finish sprint to the chequered flag. Kasma crossed the line in 20’06.403s, with Thanat heartbreakingly close at 20’06.406s, while Anupab Sarmoon of YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM completed the podium in 20’06.544s, capping off a fiercely contested all-out battle.

Drama unfolded from the very beginning as Thanat stormed into the lead at lights out before hometown hero Anupab seizing control of the race. Starting from the second row, Kasma quickly settled into the leading pack, while poleman Wahyu Nugroho of YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA, despite starting from the back of the grid following a penalty, carved through the field impressively in the opening laps.

The pace at the front was relentless. Lap after lap, the top contenders traded positions in a relentless chess match at over 250km/h. Anupab led early proceedings before McKinley Kyle Paz of HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING surged into contention midway through the race, briefly taking control as the front five remained separated by mere tenths of a second.

By Lap 8, tension reached boiling point as McKinley launched repeated attacks on Thanat, eventually muscling his way through, only for the order to shuffle again moments later. Entering the closing laps, it became a four-rider battle involving Thanat, Anupab, Kasma and McKinley, with every braking zone turning into an overtaking opportunity.

On Lap 11, McKinley suffered a costly slide at the final turn while fighting at the sharp end, leaving the battle for victory wide open heading into the final lap.

Thanat looked destined for a memorable home triumph, leading into the final corner with Anupab and Kasma right behind. But Kasma had one final gamble left. Diving aggressively to the inside on a tighter line, the Malaysian rider powered side-by-side with Thanat in a breathtaking drag race to the finish line, winning by the tiniest of margins in one of the closest finishes.

Kasma said: “Honestly, it was a really tough race for me today. We were battling hard from the beginning, and at one point I even dropped to fourth and fifth position as we kept overtaking each other lap after lap. It was a crazy and demanding race. In the first two or three laps, I focused on managing my tyres because I knew if I pushed too hard too early, I would lose performance near the end. So I stayed patient and waited for the right moment to attack. Alhamdulillah, there was a bit of luck for me again in the final corner, just like last year when I won the championship title. At that moment, I told myself, ‘This is the time to attack,’ and thankfully everything worked out. I’m very grateful for today’s result, and tomorrow we will push for even more.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1
1. KASMA DANIEL KASMAYUDIN – HONG LEONG YAMAHA RACING (20’06.403s)
2. THANAT LAOONGPLIO – HONDA RACING THAILAND (20’06.406s)
3. ANUPAB SARMOON – YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM (20’06.544s)
4. HERJUN ATNA FIRDAUS – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (20’06.743s)
5. WAHYU NUGROHO – YAMAHA RACING INDONESIA (20’07.853s)

Starting from the front row after qualifying second with a time of 1’51.323s, Hiroki entered Race 1 as one of the contenders, but few could have predicted the emotional story that would unfold under the scorching Buriram skies.

Polesitter Krittapat Keankum of YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM wasted no time asserting himself at the front, launching off the line perfectly to grab the holeshot in front of his home fans. Hot on his tail were fellow Thai rider Panjaruch Chitwirulchat of HONDA RACING THAILAND, Hiroki, Fahmi Basam of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM, and Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM, forming an explosive leading pack from the very beginning.

The race quickly transformed into a fierce tactical battle. By Lap 2, Panjaruch had muscled his way into the lead, while Hiroki remained patient, stalking the frontrunners and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. With positions constantly changing, the front group proved impossible to break apart as every rider searched for an advantage.

Lap after lap, the tension intensified. Panjaruch fired in a blistering 1’51.945s on Lap 4 and later improved further with a scorching 1’51.348s on Lap 9, but outright speed alone was not enough to escape the relentless pressure from the chasing pack.

On Lap 5, the Japanese rider surged into the lead before a flurry of overtakes saw Krittapat and Panjaruch strike back. The battle became increasingly unpredictable as Rheza, Irfan Ardiansyah of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM, Peerapong Luiboonpeng of ONE FOR ALL, and later Andi M. Fadly of Pro Power Antares MT Kawasaki joined the fight, turning the contest into an all-out war of nerves.

As the race entered its final lap, Hiroki held a slender advantage over Panjaruch, with Teeranai Tubtim of YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM, Rheza and Krittapat breathing down his neck.

Remaining calm under immense pressure, Hiroki held firm through the final corners to cross the line victorious in 18’48.695s, sealing a dream win in his first appearance as a replacement rider. Behind him, Rheza produced a brilliant late-race charge to snatch second place, just 0.114s behind, while Panjaruch completed the podium in front of the passionate Thai supporters.

Fahmi narrowly missed out on the rostrum in fourth, just 0.119s behind Panjaruch, while Krittapat endured late heartbreak to settle for fifth after leading much of the race.

Hiroki stated, “This was my first experience racing in the AP250 category, and honestly, it was an incredible experience for me. The race was very intense, and I really enjoyed battling closely with the other riders lap after lap. It was not easy at all. The competition was very tough and challenging. To finally finish in P1 makes me extremely happy and emotional because this result means so much to me, especially in my first AP250 race. This victory is not only for myself. I want to dedicate it to my team for all their hard work, belief, and support throughout this journey. I would also like to sincerely thank all the Japanese fans who have been supporting and cheering for me. Their encouragement gives me extra motivation, and I’m very grateful to share this special moment with them.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1
1. HIROKI ONO – HONDA RACING VIETNAM (18’48.695s)
2. RHEZA DANICA AHRENS – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM (18’48.809s)
3. PANJARUCH CHITWIRULCHAT – HONDA RACING THAILAND (18’49.500s)
4. FAHMI BASAM – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (18’49.619s)
5. KRITTAPAT KEANKUM – YAMAHA THAILAND RACING TEAM (18’49.677s)

After storming to Superpole with a stunning lap of 2’03.172s, Husni Zainul Fuadzy of ZIEAR LFN HP969 ADELIN MCR RBT34 looked poised to dominate on Saturday. Husni launched brilliantly from pole position, surging into the lead at lights out ahead of Nazirul Izzat Muhammad Bahauddin of UMA RACING YAMAHA MAJU MOTOR TEAM.

Within seconds, the tightly packed UB150 field turned into a battleground, with riders diving into corners and swapping positions almost every lap. Slipstream battles intensified down Chang International Circuit’s long straights as no rider could create even the slightest breathing room.

By Lap 2, Husni had reclaimed the lead, but the pressure was mounting. Teammate Gupita Kresna Wardhana fired in the fastest lap of the race at that point with a blistering 2’03.914s, while Nazirul muscled his way back into contention to ensure the front group remained fiercely competitive.

The complexion of the race shifted again on Lap 3, as John Emerson Inguito of 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team stormed to the front, followed closely by Adytya Fauzi of JPNW SND FACTORY RACING, Husni, Rendi Odding and Shahrol Syazras Shahrol Yuzy of YUZY ASIA TEAM. One lap later, Adytya seized control, only for Ahmad Darwisy Ahmad Sahir of YUZY ASIA TEAM to answer with a scorching fastest lap of 2’03.072s as yet another challenger joined the ever-growing lead pack.
The unpredictability continued into Lap 5 as Dimas Juli Atmoko of HJS YOUNGSTAR KAWAHARA RCTH SIXTY briefly rose to the front, proving once again that no position was safe in a race where fortunes changed corner by corner.

As the field thundered onto the final lap, Husni, Rendi, Shahrol Syazras, Gupita and M. Syirat Sauki of YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM remained locked in a fierce battle. Yet all eyes were on Nazirul, who appeared perfectly positioned for victory as he charged toward the final corner at the front. In a cruel twist of fate, Nazirul crashed at the decisive moment, opening the door for a dramatic last-gasp victory.

Keeping his composure amidst the chaos, Fadli surged through to snatch victory in 16’40.642s, edging out Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of HJS YOUNGSTAR KAWAHARA RCTH SIXTY by just 0.137s. Husni, despite leading much of the race, settled for third place, just 0.169s adrift of the winner. Rendi finished fourth, while Gupita completed the top five in a race where mere fractions separated triumph from heartbreak.

Fadli said, “Alhamdulillah, I’m truly grateful for today’s race and the result we achieved. From the opening laps, my main focus was to carefully manage the bike’s temperature while maintaining a strong position at the front of the group. I knew it was important to stay patient, avoid pushing too hard too early, and control the race rhythm as best as possible. As the race progressed, I began to feel more confident and understood the right moment to increase the pace. In the final laps, I gave everything I had and pushed harder to make my move. Thankfully, all the strategy, patience, and hard work paid off, and I was able to take the win. It’s a really special feeling, and I’m very happy with today’s result. A big thank you to the team and everyone who supported me throughout this race.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1
1. FADLI RIGANI – YAMAHA LFN HP969 INDONESIA RACING TEAM (16’40.642s)
2. WAHYU AJI TRILAKSANA – HJS YOUNGSTAR KAWAHARA RCTH SIXTY (16’40.779s)
3. HUSNI ZAINUL FUADZY – ZIEAR LFN HP969 ADELIN MCR RBT34 (16’40.811s)
4. RENDI ODDING – 4S1M EVO YAMAHA Racing Team (16’40.932s)
5. GUPITA KRESNA WARDHANA – ZIEAR LFN HP969 ADELIN MCR RBT34 (16’41.043s)

After securing pole position earlier in the day with a commanding lap of 1’50.262s, Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli looked poised to convert speed into silverware. But Spain’s Luis Miguel had other ideas.

Launching brilliantly from second on the grid, Luis seized the holeshot and immediately stamped his authority on the race. Ramdan tucked closely behind while South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri quickly established himself as a serious contender, forming an early three-rider fight at the front.

Yet the momentum shifted on Lap 2. Ramdan struck decisively to snatch the lead, igniting what would become a relentless tactical duel. Behind them, the chasing pack refused to let the leaders escape, with India’s Rakshith Shihari Dave joining the fight and constantly reshuffling the order in a tightly packed lead group.

By Lap 3, Luis fired back with intent, setting the fastest lap of the race at 1’51.300s as he shadowed Ramdan’s every move. Colombia’s Jhon A Lopez C also forced his way into podium contention, ensuring there was no breathing room at the front.

As the laps ticked down, the intensity only grew. Lap 4 saw Oratilwe surge back into the picture, producing a strong pace to reconnect with the leading train, while Rakshith’s aggressive charge made it clear the front-runners would not be escaping.

By Lap 6, the front group had swelled into an all-out war featuring Ramdan, Luis, Oratilwe, Sarthak, Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos, and Jhon, six riders separated by almost nothing. Jhon then unleashed the fastest lap of the race at 1’51.023s, hinting at one final charge toward the podium.

But the race ultimately came down to one final lap of courage. Heading into the closing stages, Oratilwe briefly held the advantage, with Luis, Pedrinho and Ramdan all waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Then came the decisive move.

In a fearless final-corner attack, Luis launched a bold overtake, timing his run to perfection before powering past the chequered flag to seal an emotional first victory at Chang in 14’57.220s, just 0.004s ahead of a heartbroken but heroic Ramdan, who crossed the line in 14’57.224s.

Oratilwe completed the podium in third at 14’57.749s, capping off a thrilling international showdown, while Rakshith and Malaysia’s Md Naqib Rifqi rounded out the top five.

Luis said, ““This race was honestly unbelievable for me. From the very beginning, I tried to stay calm and manage everything lap by lap, focusing on being consistent and giving my best in every corner. The pace was really intense, but I kept believing in myself and pushing until the end. I truly feel that this was one of the best races of my career so far, and it means a lot to me emotionally. I want to thank my father for always supporting me through every difficult moment, and also everyone who believed in me and continued trusting me even during the hard times. Without their support, this moment would not have been possible. I’m really happy and proud with this result today. At the same time, I also want to congratulate Ramdan Rosli and Oratilwe Phale because they did an amazing job as well and we shared a great battle on track.”

TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1
1. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (14’57.220s)
2. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’57.224s)
3. ORATILWE PHIRI – SOUTH AFRICA (14’57.749s)
4. RAKSHITH SHIHARI DAVE – INDONESIA (14’57.990s)
5. MD NAQIB RIFQI – MALAYSIA (14’58.360s)