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

Izzat Determined to Make a Comeback This Season Malaysian rider Md Izzat Zaidi Md Salehan of Pitsbike JRT One Way is covering all bases for the next round of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The seasoned Underbone 150cc rider who scored the first spot at the podium in Race 1 only managed to finish tenth in Race 2. In 2018, Izzat took an overall standing at the second spot on the podium and is determined to make his comeback for the season. Commenting on Round 1, “The Underbone race is always a highly competitive one and being among the best often has its ups and downs. On the up, it is a good platform to measure my performance as a rider while being the push that is needed to consistently keep up to the mark. Then, there are the external factors too. Race 2 was quite a challenge especially the unexpected heat in Buriram which made handling more strenuous.” “For Round 2, my aim is to make it to Top 5. Of course, this would require me to sharpen my skillset and strategize my moves that would go well with the circuit layout. I hope to give my best shot. ” For a first-timer at the ARRC, Pitsbike JRT One Way team stays positive and looks forward to the upcoming race. According to team manager, Jeremy Hoh Kok Hoong, “We are thrilled to have won the first spot in Race 1 considering being a newbie. We do not have much race data to take into consideration however the first round gave us some pertinent insights that is needed for further enhancement.” “Our preparations are on-going. We will emulate the strategies with added feedback from Round 1 and we keep our fingers crossed to take yet another spot at the podium.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Nguyen Anh Tuan of HONDA Racing Team is learning the ropes and is optimistic about his ride at Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The Vietnamese rider who rides the Honda Winner 150 logged in 8th in Race 1 and 13th in Race 2. Anh Tuan first took the scene of the ARRC in the last round of 2019. Prior to that, he was actively striding in the Vietnam Motor Racing Championship (VMRC) where he reigned as champion for year 2017-2019. Keeping his chin up, Anh Tuan said, “The ARRC is a whole new battlefield for me. While Round 1 was an exciting experience, it was not an easy feat as these Underbone riders have earned their strength and reputation through years of experience. I try to pick up as much as I can from them to fast track my moves.” Commenting on the race at Sepang, he said, “I am a bundle of nerves when it comes to racing in Sepang as there will be many dexterous Malaysian riders nevertheless, I am gearing up through practices and fitness trainings. I believe that it would be a good race.” Commenting on the race, team manager, Do Thai Son said, “We are doing our best to equip our riders with the confidence they need when riding on the machine. Hence, a more powerful engine and a greater stability.” “Our aim is to progressively enhance the skills and performances of our riders. It is not an over- night achievement but with continuous learning and improvement, we hope to obtain better results. The race at Sepang would be tough yet a good one.” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com