Supersports 600

Race 2 of Round 4 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship at PERTAMINA Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia, witnessed a victorious moment for Mohammad Adenanta Putra – ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM who nailed the top spot of the podium for SuperSport 600cc category. The scene started with Veda Ega Pratama of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM leading the pack, closely pursued by Azroy Hakeem Anuar of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team and Thanat Laoongplio of Honda Racing Thailand at P3. Entering lap 1, Azroy was leading the race with Veda and Adenanta giving pressure from behind. Apiwath was out of the race due to a crash. Lap 3 watched Thanat amazingly overtook Azroy, Veda and Adenanta to lead the pack. Muhammad Helmi Azman was out of race due to technical issue. The race intensified with riders’ position in front group changed rapidly before Azroy leading the pack on lap 7. Behind him was Adenanta and Veda. On the final lap, as the riders battling for top spot, a crash occurred between Thanat and Azroy, and Adenanta made his way through to passed finishing line to win the race at 19’48:434s. Veda claimed second place at 19’48:874s, and Kiattisak placed third at 19’50:031s. Adenanta said, “In Race 2, from the beginning, I tried to maintain my position. Sometimes when I wanted to create a gap, I pushed harder, but it was very difficult. When other riders passed me, I tried to follow them, just focusing on keeping a rhythm and maintaining a good pace each lap. I followed Azroy, and towards the end of the race, I thought I might have a chance to overtake, so I pushed harder. Finally, I managed to overtake him in the last two corners. I’m very happy with the result. Thanks to everyone for their support.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2SS600

Race 1 of Round 4 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship in SuperSport 600cc category watched Azroy Hakeem Anuar of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team claimed his victory in PERTAMINA Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia. In the Qualifying session, Veda Ega Pratama of ASTRO HONDA RACING TEAM claimed the pole position with the fastest lap time of 1’37:855s. Azroy Hakeem Anuar of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team secured second grid position at 1’38:267s, followed by Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM in third grid position at 1’38:372s. As the race started, Veda surged to the front but was soon overtaken by Azroy, who led the pack. Behind Azroy was Adenanta and Apiwath Wongthananon of YAMAHA TEKHNE Racing Team ASIA trailing closely. The race continues with Azroy maintainted at P1, while Apiwath and Adenanta battling for P2. Behind them was Veda, searching for room to overtake the riders in the front group. On lap 8, Adenanta overtook Azroy, but Azroy was quick to reclaimed the position on lap 9. Behind them was Vade who made his way up to P3. On the final lap, Azroy crossed the finish line in first place at 19’48:985s. Azroy said, “Syukur Alhamdulillah, it’s great to be back on top after a long time. I want to thank my team for their hard work. Yesterday, I faced some problems with my bike and struggled throughout the day. This morning, we made some adjustments to the bike’s setup, which made me feel more comfortable riding the bike. During the race, I focused on pushing hard until the last lap. I knew Adenanta was close behind me. Sometimes I could hear his bike, And sometimes I didn’t. That’s when I knew my pace was good. After such a challenging period, I felt that today was my day. And I want to declare that today is a HONDA day, not BLUE.” Second place went to Adenanta, who concluded the race at 19’49:234s, while Muhammad Helmi Azman of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team placed third at 19’51:866s. TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1SS600

The Supersports 600cc category at the Round 4 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, held at PERTAMINA Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia with Mohammad Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM topped the practice session that ended on Friday. In Practice 1, Rheza Danica Ahrens of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM took the top spot with the fastest lap time of 1’39:074s. His teammate, Mohammad Adenanta Putra placed second at 1’39:168s followed by Apiwath Wongthananon of YAMAHA TEKHNE Racing Team ASEAN at 1’39:986s. In Practice 2, Apiwath improved his lap time and led the pack at 1’39:102s. At second place was Muhammad Helmi Azman of IDEMITSU Boon Siew Honda Racing Team at 1’39:195s. Adenanta took third place at 1’39:233s. In Practice 3, Adenanta topped the session at the fatest lap time of 1’38:566s. Rheza placed second at 1’38:881s followed by Helmi at 1’38:926s. The combined practice results, Adenanta appeared as the fastest overall, while Rheza and Helmi followed suit, taking the second and third spots respectively. Adenanta said, “I’m happy with the practice session result on the first day. I tried different settings in every session; some were positive, but some were negative. There’s still room for improvement for tomorrow’s qualifying and Race 1, but I’m pleased that I managed to achieve a good average time in every practice. I’ll strive for more tomorrow and be ready to compete.” Fastest Lap Time:Practice Session (Combined)

Striking in their appearance and bold with their moves, the riders of the SuperSports 600cc get better in each round as they pose a strike to be the epitome of excellence. Md Adenanta Putra of ASTRA HONDA RACING TEAM has come a long way this season and is all geared up for the challenge of Round 4, Idemitsu FIM Asia Road Racing Championship taking place on his home soil at PERTAMINA Mandalika International Circuit scheduled for this weekend.  Adenanta graduated into the SS600 race category last season and like any other riders, the year went by swiftly with him patiently and confidently learning the ropes and grooming himself for the new season. It looks like he did a great job, adopting and adapting new techniques and riding style while managing a machine of a higher capacity. This year, he marched right into the duties and responsibilities of a team player and not only did he fulfil the key performance indicators but also excelled brilliantly with flying colours.  One would say it is the right pressure and persistence from the team itself but again, it is also the rider’s attributes and positive mindset that speak volumes of the achievements. Adenanta was seen making bold moves alongside the big guns of the race category and while he may not have taken a win just yet, he has over six races revealed an ability to maintain consistency, the much-needed credentials to make it big. He now sits at second spot on the podium and considering the upcoming race which is an easy target for the Indonesian, he may just be in for a lucky treat. Commenting on the race, Adenanta said, “This season has been a great year for me. I have improved quite well and I feel much better now, more confident with the strides. I also understand the machine and mechanism of the SuperSports especially in fighting and making my moves at the corners. This year, the team and I have been working really hard so that we would stand a chance for better results and keeping my fingers cross, a chance at the top three positions. Of course, the engine performance has also been established well and is able to fight competitively with the opponents. We are able to get a consistent lap time and that is quite an achievement for us.” “The aim is to maintain the momentum. Currently, I work on my physique to enhance my fitness level. Mental strength is also equally important as it goes hand-in-hand with the physical aspects. For the upcoming race in Mandalika, I am very excited. It is my home-ground for one and I enjoy riding on the circuit ground because of its high-speed corners. I will do my best as I have been trying throughout this season. There is no particular mantra that I practice but I think having the perseverance and the desire to succeed as an accomplished rider is one that keeps me going and pushing me beyond boundaries. My long-term goal is to be seen and to make an impact on the global front.”