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  Round 5 of the 2026 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship for the TVS Racing International Championship category concluded today at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, where Italian ace Cristian Borrelli completed a sensational weekend double on home soil.   Right from the start, Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos bolted off the grid to claim the holeshot, pursued closely by Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Mohd Rosli, Vietnam’s Luca Agostinelli, India’s Chiranth Vishwanath, and Cristian. The battle lines were drawn almost immediately, with Luca seizing the lead on Lap 2 while Cristian carving his way up to third.   The turning point arrived on Lap 4 during a breathtaking four-way shuffle for the lead. Spain’s Luis Miguel ignited the attack by clocking a rapid 1’50.837s to slip past Luca. Sensing his moment, Cristian spotted an opening and pounced, executing a maneuver to seize top position from Luis. That decisive move shattered the leading pack’s rhythm, triggering a frantic six-bike freight train that swapped positions at turns.   Behind the front runners, Ramdan delivered an extraordinary fightback on Lap 6. Trailing the group in sixth, he unleashed a searing 1’50.228s lap to execute a daring double overtake into third, reigniting his podium hopes with Republic of South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri tucked right in his slipstream.   The final lap evolved into a sprint with Cristian commanded the lead under fierce pressure from Luis, while Pedrinho launched a blistering last-gasp charge. Pushing his machine to the absolute limit, Pedrinho posted the outright fastest lap of the race at 1’49.796s, brilliantly snatching third from Ramdan at the final complex of corners.   Up front, Cristian held his nerve, powering across the finish line in 13’03.367s to secure a clean sweep of the Misano weekend. Luis took a valiant second place just 0.173s behind at 13’03.540s, while Pedrinho completed the podium in third at 13’03.961s. Ramdan crossed the line in fourth with total time of 13’04.189s, with Oratilwe rounding out the top five at 13’05.053s.   Cristian commented, “I really didn’t expect to take a double victory this weekend. Race 1 was crazy and intense with so much overtaking, whereas in Race 2, my focus was entirely on managing my pace and defending cleanly at the front. I gave it everything out there, and to deliver this double win on home soil for Italy feels unbelievable. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to FIM Italy and TVS Asia for giving me this fantastic opportunity to compete, as well as the chance to test myself against such talented riders from all around the world.”   TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. CRISTIAN BORRELLI – ITALY (13’03.367s) 2. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (13’03.540s) 3. PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (13’03.961s) 4. MOHD RAMDAN MOHD ROSLI – MALAYSIA (13’04.189s) 5. ORATILWE PHIRI – REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA (13’05.053s)

  Race 1 of the TVS Racing International Championship delivered breathtaking action today at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli for Round 5 of the 2026 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship, culminating in an electrifying home victory for Italy’s Cristian Borrelli.   Pole-sitter Pedrinho Matos from Portugal launched cleanly off the line to take the holeshot, tailed closely by Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Mohd Rosli, India’s Chiranth Vishwanath, Vietnam’s Luca Agostinelli, and South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri. Drama unfolded on the opening lap when Chiranth and Nicaragua’s Andoni Dominguez Martinez tangled, while Andoni was forced into an early retirement, Chiranth demonstrated remarkable composure to keep his machine upright and rejoin the fray.   On Lap 2, Pedrinho maintained his advantage at the front, but Luca signaled his intentions with a blistering 1’53.668s lap, slipping past Ramdan into second and applying immense pressure just 0.020s behind the leader. Ramdan dropped to third, with Oratilwe in fourth and Cristian steadily closing in at fifth.   The lead traded hands on Lap 3 as Luca surged past Pedrinho into P1. Behind them, Cristian unleashed a rapid 1’50.712s to snatch third, pushing Ramdan down to fourth. Pedrinho struck back on Lap 4 to reclaim the lead, sparking an intense multi-rider scuffle. Ramdan fought past Cristian for third, while Spain’s Luis Miguel carved his way through the field, posting a 1’50.704s to join the leading pack in sixth.   The battle reached fever pitch on Lap 5 when Luca reclaimed the lead, only for Cristian to make an audacious sweep into first position. Pedrinho immediately launched a counterattack on Cristian but was held off. By Lap 6, Cristian held firm at the front, fending off Luca, Ramdan, Pedrinho, and Luis in a tightly knit freight train.   The final lap produced pure tactical warfare. Luca slipped past Cristian to momentarily grab the lead, while Pedrinho made a daring dive past Luca into the final corner. However, Cristian executed a flawless drive out of the final turn, slipstreaming down the home straight to pip his rivals at the line by a mere 0.063s, taking the checkered flag in 13’05.070s.   Luca settled for a valiant second place at 13’05.133s, while Pedrinho completed the podium in third with a total time of 13’05.222s. Luis concluded a strong comeback ride in fourth at 13’05.417s, just ahead of Ramdan in fifth at 13’05.449s.   Cristian said, “It was a completely crazy race from start to finish. There were so many overtakes, and every single rider at the front was pushing at an incredible pace.”   “I had a lot of fun out there, but with the level being this competitive, it was definitely far from easy. To take the win here on home soil in front of the local crowd is an unforgettable feeling. The bike felt great, and I hope we can carry this exact momentum into Race 2 tomorrow.”   TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. CRISTIAN BORRELLI – ITALY (13’05.070s) 2. LUCA AGOSTINELLI – VIETNAM (13’05.133s) 3. PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (13’05.222s) 4. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (13’05.417s) 5. MOHD RAMDAN MOHD ROSLI – MALAYSIA (13’05.449s)

  The Qualifying session for the TVS Racing International Championship category concluded today at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Italy, for Round 5 of the 2026 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos set the benchmark with the fastest lap time to secure pole position for the upcoming races.   An early setback shook up the session when India’s Sarthak Chavan crashed on his opening lap, forcing him back into the pits and costing him valuable track time and mileage.   Seven minutes into the session, Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Mohd Rosli hit a top speed of 187 km/h on his third lap, clocking a blistering 1’50.761s to lead the timing sheets early. Luca Agostinelli of Vietnam maintained consistent pace throughout his early run, but his personal best of 1’50.979s left him 0.218s adrift of Ramdan.   India’s Chiranth Vishwanath, who had struggled for pace yesterday after finishing 8th and 10th in Practice 1 and Practice 2 respectively, displayed marked improvement today. He logged a 1’51.464s to temporarily break into the top five.   With four minutes left on the clock, Italian home favourite Cristian Borrelli posted a 1’50.958s to claim second position, relegating Luca to third.   However, Pedrinho Matos was not to be outdone. Reaching a top speed of 186.5 km/h, the Portuguese rider shaved crucial fractions off the benchmark, posting an unbeatable 1’50.303s to snatch pole position with just two minutes remaining.   The session ended with Pedrinho on top of the timesheets. Ramdan settled for second place with his early effort of 1’50.761s, while Cristian secured third with a 1’50.958s. Luca finished fourth with a 1’50.979s, and Chiranth lowered his lap time to 1’51.040s to round out the top five.   Pedrinho commented, “It has been an incredible day here at Misano, and securing pole position is the best possible way to head into race day. The most important thing is the massive progress we made between yesterday’s practice sessions and today’s qualifying run.”   “Yesterday we lacked a bit of confidence on certain sections of the track, but the team did an outstanding job working on the setup, and the bike felt completely dialed in today.”   “Tomorrow’s race is definitely going to be an intense, hard-fought battle from start to finish. I’m feeling confident, mentally prepared, and ready to fight with everything I have from lights out to bring home the victory for the team.”   TOP 5 FASTEST – QUALIFYING  PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (1’50.303s) MOHD RAMDAN MOHD ROSLI – MALAYSIA (1’50.761s) CRISTIAN BORRELLI – ITALY (1’50.958s) LUCA AGOSTINELLI – VIETNAM (1’50.979s) CHIRANTH VISHWANATH – INDIA (1’51.040s)

Practice sessions for the TVS Racing International Championship category got underway today at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Italy, for Round 5 of the 2026 FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. A blistering run in Practice 2 saw Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Mohd Rosli emerge as the fastest rider on the combined practice timesheets. Early in Practice 1, Oratilwe Phiri from the Republic of South Africa set the fastest lap time of 1’51.237s over seven laps to top the session. India’s Sarthak Chavan completed 10 laps and posted a 1’51.583s to claim second place. Italy’s Cristian Borreli showed steady form on home soil, clocking 1’51.744s to secure third, just 0.161s adrift of Sarthak. Mohd Ramdan Mohd Rosli of Malaysia and Luis Miguel of Spain tied on a lap time of 1’52.283s to round out the top five. Later in Practice 2, Ramdan produced a stunning turnaround, dropping his benchmark to 1’50.543s to climb straight to the top of the leaderboard. Luca Agostinelli from Vietnam posted a 1’50.814s, just 0.271s behind Ramdan to take second place, while Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos clocked 1’51.059s to seal third. Sarthak improved his personal best to 1’51.185s, which placed him fourth overall in the session. Cristian completed the top five with a best lap of 1’51.497s. On the combined practice timesheets, Ramdan finished fastest overall, followed by Luca in second and Pedrinho in third. Sarthak and Oratilwe capped off the top five. Ramdan said, “Overall, it was a very positive day across both sessions. Practice 2 went especially well, I managed to shave nearly two seconds off my lap time compared to Practice 1. We struggled with suspension setup issues this morning, but we took a clear step forward this afternoon and the bike felt much better. I still believe there is more pace to find, particularly by refining my lines through the corners in sectors 1, 2, and 3. For tomorrow’s Qualifying, the goal is to improve the lap time further. I feel focused, well-prepared, and determined to fight for maximum points this weekend in Misano.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE 1. MOHD RAMDAN MOHD ROSLI – MALAYSIA (1’50.543s) 2. LUCA AGOSTINELLI – VIETNAM (1’50.814s) 3. PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (1’51.059s) 4. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (1’51.185s) 5. ORATILWE PHIRI – REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA (1’51.237s)

Race 2 of TVS Racing International Championship category at the Mandalika International Circuit in Round 4 of the LFN FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 saw Vicente Perez Selfa from Spain claimed a spectacular hat-trick victory after a tense final-lap showdown. At the start, Luis Miguel from Spain took the early lead, followed closely by Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos, Vicente, and Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli. By Lap 1, Vicente took charge of the group, but the order rapidly shifted on Lap 2 as Pedrinho, Luis, and Ramdan all pushed past him. Ramdan successfully secured the lead on Lap 3, prompting Vicente to respond with a 1’45.288s fastest lap. Vicente smoothly reclaimed the front on Lap 4, while India’s Sarthak Chavan temporarily took fifth place from Japan’s Jean Kento Turner. Pedrinho passed Vicente on Lap 5 and held a slim 0.040s lead as they crossed the line for Lap 6. Sarthak unfortunately slowed with an issue, allowing Jean to recover the fifth spot. While Vicente moved back to the front on Lap 7. Pedrinho led into the final lap. In a frantic battle, Ramdan and Luis both overtook Vicente, dropping the Spanish rider to fourth. However, Vicente remained patient until the final turn. Utilizing a bold exit strategy, he perfectly slipstreamed past Ramdan, Luis, and Pedrinho on the final straight, crossing the finish line first at 14’12.052s. Pedrinho took second at 14’12.312s, narrowly edging Luis at 14’12.323s in third. Ramdan finished fourth, while Jean held off a late charge from Malaysia’s Md Naqib Rifqi to finish fifth. Vicente shared, “The track conditions out there today were definitely an improvement, but it was still a very challenging race for us. We decided to try a slightly different direction with the bike’s setup, and honestly, I didn’t feel completely comfortable with it. Because of that missing feeling, I just didn’t have the raw speed to put together a fast single lap or pull away from the pack.” “Knowing I was missing that ultimate pace, I had to rely heavily on my racecraft. I stayed patient, sit right behind the leader in second place, and study their lines. I managed the tires perfectly, waiting until the final lap to finally make my ultimate push. To execute that plan perfectly and still take the victory feels absolutely incredible!” “Winning a race when you aren’t feeling 100 percent comfortable on the bike makes this achievement even more rewarding. I am so deeply happy and proud of this result. I want to share this joy with my amazing team for all their hard work, our loyal sponsors, and of course, my family. This victory belongs to all of us!” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. VICENTE PEREZ SELFA – SPAIN (14’12.052s) 2. PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (14’12.312s) 3. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (14’12.323s) 4. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’12.626s) 5. JEAN KENTO TURNER – JAPAN (14’20.788s)

Round 4 of the LFN FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 got underway in Indonesia got underway at the Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia. In Race 1 of the TVS Racing International Championship, Spain’s Vicente Perez Selfa converted his pole position into a hard-earned victory. In Qualifying session, Vicente clocked a 1’44.975s to secure pole, narrowly edging out Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos at 1’45.028s and fellow Spaniard Luis Miguel at 1’45.079s. Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli and India’s Chiranth Vishwanath completed the top five on the grid. The beginning of the race saw Pedrinho capitalized with a strong launch to take the initial lead. However, the order quickly shuffled. Luis aggressively overtook for the top position, while Chiranth and South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri slotted into second and third. By the second lap, Luis Miguel maintained his lead, with Ramdan moving into second. Vicente found himself pushed back to fourth, right behind Oratilwe, forcing the polesitter to recalculate his strategy early on. Vicente did not wait long to respond. On lap three, he surged to the front, bringing Pedrinho and Luis with him. The lead continued to exchange hands. Pedrinho moved back to the front on lap 4, but Vicente reclaimed the advantage on lap 5, with Ramdan staying firmly in the mix. India’s Sarthak Chavan also made his presence known, battling firmly within the top five during the middle portion of the race. As the race progressed into its closing stages, the tension mounted. Vicente held his lead through lap 6 and lap 7, but the margins were incredibly thin. Pedrinho trailed by a mere 0.126s, ready to strike. Meanwhile, Japan’s Jean Kento Turner began a quiet but crucial charge, picking off Chiranth Vishwanath before overtaking Mohd Ramdan Rosli to claim fourth place just before the final lap. On lap 8, Luis made an early move to steal the lead, sparking a fierce, aggressive battle among the top five. Vicente, Pedrinho, Luis, Jean, and Ramdan traded positions through the final sectors. Relying on his precise braking and superior line choices, Vicente successfully navigated the chaos to cross the finish line first with a time of 14’19.984s. Pedrinho secured second place at 14’20.112s, while Luis rounded out the podium at 14’20.232s. Vicente stated, “The race was absolutely amazing, a true battle from the very first lap right down to the checkered flag. Going into the race, I had a very clear strategy in my mind. My plan was to manage the pace and make sure I was staying at the front to control the flow on that crucial last lap. However, racing is unpredictable, and Luis made a strong move to overtake me early on, which forced me to completely adapt my game plan on the fly.” “Going into that final lap, I pushed the bike to the absolute limit. I was giving it every ounce of energy I had to reclaim the lead, but Luis was right there, fighting side-by-side with me. Pedrinho also had a great rhythm and closed in on us, turning the end of the race into a massive, tense battle between the pack. It all came down to the final corner. I knew I had to make a decisive move, so I shot into the gap and really went for it on the brakes. Crossing that finish line first, seeing the checkered flag, it was an overwhelming rush of relief and joy. I am incredibly proud of this victory. The fight was so intense, and it was just a fantastic race to be a part of.” TOP 5 – RACE 1 1. VICENTE PEREZ SELFA – SPAIN (14’19.984s) 2. PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (14’20.112s) 3. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (14’20.232s) 4. JEAN KENTO TURNER – JAPAN (14’20.235s) 5. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’20.342s)

The LFN FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 resumed at the Mandalika International Circuit in Indonesia for Round 4, where the TVS Racing International Championship category saw riders from across the globe tackle the challenging layout in practice sessions. It was Luis Miguel from Spain who emerged at the top of the combined timesheets, edging out Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli by a narrow margin. The Practice 1 in the morning, Ramdan quickly found a comfortable rhythm as he set an impressive early benchmark of 1’46.489s to comfortably topped the opening session. Behind him, Chiranth Vishwanath from India showed strong early pace to secure second place with a 1’46.712s. Jean Kento Turner from Japan, Jhon A Lopez C from Colombia, and Oratilwe Phiri from South Africa filled out the rest of the top five. The dynamic of the leaderboard evolved in Practice 2, the Spanish contingent found another gear, adapting well to the afternoon conditions. Luis put together a flawless lap to clock a 1’46.462s, which ultimately became the fastest time of the entire day. Ramdan also managed to improve upon his morning time, posting a 1’46.483s, but the Malaysian rider fell just 0.021s short of retaining the top spot. Vicente Perez Selfa of Spain secured the third-fastest time of the session at 1’46.534s. Meanwhile, Sarthak Chavan and Chiranth Vishwanath from India rounded out the top five for the afternoon. The Combined Practice standings saw the times from Practice 2 proved to be the most decisive. Luis’s afternoon effort firmly secured his place at the top of the board heading into the Qualifying session. Ramdan’s consistency rewarded him with a solid second place overall, proving he is a formidable threat tomorrow. Vicente’s Practice 2 time held up for third, while Chiranth’s morning time of 1’46.712s kept him in fourth overall, just ahead of his compatriot Sarthak. Luis said, “The day certainly didn’t start the way we had planned. During Practice 1, I had a crash at Turn 8 while trying to find the limit of the track. Thankfully, I am completely okay, but it is always a frustrating feeling because you never want to lose valuable track time or give your team extra work so early in the weekend.” “However, my mechanics were absolutely incredible. They worked quickly to get the bike repaired, and we actually used that downtime to make a few crucial setup changes based on my initial feedback. When I rolled out for Practice 2, the bike felt completely different in the best way possible. I immediately had the confidence to push hard again, and to bounce back from a morning crash to set the fastest overall lap time is just a fantastic feeling.” “It is a huge reward for the team’s hard work and quick thinking. Going from a crash to P1 gives me a massive boost of motivation. With the package we have now, I believe we are in a strong position to do a very good job tomorrow.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE 1. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (1’46.462s) 2. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (1’46.483s) 3. VICENTE PEREZ SELFA – SPAIN (1’46.534s) 4. CHIRANTH VISHWANATH – INDIA (1’46.712s) 5. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (1’46.833s)

The LFN FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 heads to the spectacular Mandalika International Circuit, Indonesia for Round 4, and the India’s rising star, Chiranth Vishwanath, in the TVS Racing International Championship, is armed with the momentum of a maiden victory and intent to dominate. Chiranth etched his name in the history books during Round 3 at the Mobility Resort Motegi, Japan. In a breathtaking Race 1, he emerged victorious after a dramatic final-lap sprint. Recovering from a mid-race setback where contact dropped him to fifth in the fifth lap, Chiranth showcased immense grit, passing three riders on the final lap to claim the top step of the podium. This monumental achievement not only marked his first win in the championship but also established him as the first Indian rider to win a race at the iconic Motegi circuit. In Race 2, a similar contact issue cost him two spots, ultimately securing him a fourth-place finish. Currently sitting fourth in the overall championship standings, Chiranth’s progression throughout the season has been undeniable. Ahead of the crucial Round 4 weekend, Chiranth shared his thoughts, “It means exactly what I knew was coming. I’ve been putting in the work, the early mornings, the relentless training, and now everyone gets to see the result. Crossing that line first at Motegi was incredible, but it’s just the beginning. I didn’t come here to win one race and fade away. I’m here to dominate, to leave a mark, and to show that Indian riders belong at the absolute front.” When asked about his growth in the TVS Racing International Championship category, he highlighted his evolution. “The transformation has been massive. Every single round, I’ve become faster and, more importantly, smarter. I’m learning the nuances of the TVS Apache RR 310, understanding how to extract every ounce of performance, and I’m studying my rivals. The race craft, the patience, it’s all evolving. I’m definitely not the same rider who started the season in Buriram. I’m sharper, and I’m hungrier.” The recent victory has undoubtedly boosted his confidence. “Honestly, my confidence was already high. You have to believe you can win before you actually do. But standing on that top step? Winning just gives everyone else a reminder of what I’m capable of. It proves the pace is real, and we’re bringing that exact same fire to Indonesia.” Chiranth is enthusiastic about the Mandalika International Circuit. “I love it. I thrive on tracks that reward pure commitment, and Mandalika circuit does exactly that. The flowing sections and the high-speed corners demand everything from a rider. This is the kind of track where bravery pays off, and it’s the exact style of racing I enjoy most.” His objective for the weekend is uncompromising. “The goal is simple and unchanged: fight for the win. Every lap, every practice session, every single opportunity counts. I’m not showing up just to make up the numbers or settle for points. I’m showing up to leave with trophies.” Acknowledging the competition, he noted, “The biggest challenge will always be myself. The competition is incredibly tough, riders like Vicente and Ramdan are always pushing the limits. But if I stay focused, execute my race plan, and maintain my discipline, I know I can control my own race.” Regarding race strategy, he remains steadfast. “No adjustments. The bike felt fantastic in Japan, and we know our base setup works. We’ll fine-tune it to Mandalika’s grip levels, but the overall strategy remains the same, I’ll push hard, race smart, and attack when it counts.”