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The TVS Racing International Championship produced another close contest at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, as Race 2 of Round 2 in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 saw India’s Sarthak Chavan return to winning form after a difficult start to the weekend. 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)

The Race 1 of the TVS Racing International Championship at Round 2 of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 delivered exactly what fans had hoped for at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, fearless overtakes and a breathtaking finish decided by just 0.004s. 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)

The battle in the TVS Racing International Championship category intensified on the opening day of Round 2 in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026, as riders from across the globe delivered a fiercely competitive combined practice session at Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand. After splitting victories during the opening round at Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli and India’s Sarthak Chavan once again emerged as the centre of attention in Buriram, but this time, the margin between them was almost impossible to separate. Representing Malaysia, Ramdan surged to the top of the combined standings with a stunning lap of 1’50.802s during Practice 2, narrowly edging Sarthak by just 0.063s in what is already shaping up to be another explosive chapter in their growing rivalry. The Malaysian rider showed impressive consistency throughout the session, setting his fastest lap on Lap 6 out of 10 while reaching a top speed of 199.30km/h. More importantly, Ramdan’s late session pace immediately established him as one of the key favourites heading into qualifying and race day. However, Sarthak was never far behind. The Indian rider, who claimed victory in Race 1 during Round 1 before finishing second in Race 2, continued to demonstrate why he remains one of the strongest title contenders this season. Clocking a best lap of 1’50.865s in Practice 2, Sarthak also matched the highest top speed of the day at 202.60km/h, underlining both his straight-line speed and growing confidence around the Chang International Circuit. Behind the leading duo, Spain’s Luis Miguel made a strong statement during Practice 1 by topping the session with a rapid 1’50.875s, placing him third overall in the combined standings. The Spaniard consistently looked aggressive throughout the day and remains firmly in contention as the gap to the front continues to shrink. South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri added further intensity to the battle after ending fourth overall with a best time of 1’50.933s, while Colombia’s Jhon A Lopez C completed the top five with a 1’50.999s lap, becoming the fifth rider to break into the highly competitive 1’50 bracket. What made the opening day even more compelling was the sheer closeness of the field. The top five riders were separated by less than two-tenths of a second, highlighting just how unpredictable the TVS Racing International Championship category could become as the weekend progresses. Ramdan said, “I’m still trying to find the best setup for the bike at the moment. Right now, I feel like I still can’t ride at 100 percent or fully show my true pace yet. There are still a few areas where I’m struggling to feel completely comfortable and confident on the bike. But despite that, every time I go out on the track, the feeling keeps getting better little by little. We are making progress step by step, and that gives me some confidence moving forward. Still, honestly, it’s not enough for me yet because I know I can do more and perform better. For tomorrow’s qualifying and Race 1, we plan to make some changes to the setup so I can feel more comfortable on the bike and ride more naturally. Hopefully, those adjustments will help me unlock more pace and allow me to fight stronger tomorrow.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE 1. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (1’50.802s) 2. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (1’50.865s) 3. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (1’50.875s) 4. ORATILWE PHIRI – SOUTH AFRICA (1’50.933s) 5. JHON A LOPEZ C – COLOMBIA (1’50.999s)

The battle in the TVS Racing International Championship category is already heating up after just one round of the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026, with India’s young star Sarthak Chavan emerging as one of the key contenders heading into Round 2 at Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand. Sarthak delivered a standout performance at Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia, claiming victory in Race 1 before securing a solid second-place finish in Race 2. However, consistency from Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli means both riders now head into Chang International Circuit, Buriram tied on points. Despite the early narrative pointing towards a two-way title fight, Sarthak believes the championship picture is far from settled. “It might look like a battle between two riders right now, but honestly, the championship feels even more competitive this year. There are several riders who showed strong potential in Round 1, and I believe more names will come into the fight as the season progresses. It’s still too early to define the championship.” While the standings remain tight, Sarthak insists pressure is not part of his mindset, at least not yet. “At the moment, I don’t feel any pressure. I’m really happy with my performance in Malaysia. It was probably my best weekend at Sepang International Circuit so far. Now we move to Thailand, which is a track where I feel very strong. My focus is to stay sharp and keep working on the areas that matter.” That confidence could prove crucial as the championship heads to Buriram, a circuit where Sarthak has historically thrived. “It would be very clear that I want to fight for both race wins this weekend. It’s important to build a strong lead early in the championship, and coming into Thailand, I have a very positive feeling. This is one of the tracks where I’ve had multiple wins and podiums, so my confidence is high.” Sarthak’s belief is further reinforced by how well his riding style aligns with the demands of the Chang International circuit. “Yes, I feel 100% comfortable here. Sepang and Buriram require very different approaches, but my riding style suits Buriram really well. I feel natural on this track, and that gives me an extra boost heading into the weekend.” With momentum on his side and confidence building, the young Indian rider is not shying away from making his intentions clear to the rest of the field. “This year, I’m going to give everything I have to become champion. I feel like I’m in the best shape of my career, I’m enjoying my riding more than ever, and I’m ready for whatever comes.”

Round 1 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 delivered a dramatic and rain-affected Race 2 in the TVS Racing International Championship at the Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia, where Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli produced a commanding wet-weather performance to secure a sensational victory on home soil. Under light but tricky rain conditions, Ramdan wasted no time asserting control, launching brilliantly off the line to seize the lead ahead of Indonesia’s Fadil Algassani Priyadi. Early drama unfolded as India’s Chiranth Vishwanath crashed out, setting the tone for a race that would demand precision over outright speed. By Lap 2, Ramdan had already begun to stretch his advantage, opening up a 1.172s gap over Fadil, while India’s Sarthak Chavan slotted into third ahead of Spain’s Luis Miguel and Malaysia’s Md Naqib Rifqi. The front three quickly broke away, building a two-second cushion over the chasing pack. However, the treacherous conditions claimed more victims, as Nixon Keith Frost from New Zealand crashed, followed moments later by Fadil, who suffered a high-side incident. Lap 3 brought further chaos, with Rakshith Shihari Dave from India also going down, underlining the demanding nature of the wet track where technique proved crucial. Up front, Ramdan remained composed and in complete control. By Lap 4, the Malaysian star had extended his lead to 3.633s over Sarthak, while behind them, Naqib made a bold move to overtake Luis for third. Unfortunately, his charge ended abruptly with a crash at the final corner, denying the home crowd another contender in podium contention. As the race entered its closing stages, Ramdan showcased his experience, maintaining a consistent rhythm and gradually increasing his advantage. By Lap 5, he had stretched the gap to five seconds over Sarthak, with Luis holding steady in third. On the final lap, Ramdan delivered a flawless finish, crossing the line in 16’03.931s, an emphatic 8.336s clear of Sarthak, who secured second place at 16’12.267s. The battle for third saw Luis narrowly fending off Tyler King from New Zealand, who finished just 0.164s behind, as Luis claimed the final podium spot at 16’16.297s. Ramdan said, “Winning in Malaysia is always my dream, and it’s always a special memory to win here every year. I want to thank TVS Racing and the crew, the last-minute setup work was really good. From the first time I went out on track, I felt this could be my race. “In the second lap, I tried to create a gap and when I saw a small margin behind, I kept pushing a bit more to extend it. My strategy worked well, and to win again on home soil in front of the Malaysian fans is truly special. Thank you to everyone who came and supported me. I’ll stay focused for the next round in Buriram.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (16’03.931s) 2. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (16’12.267s) 3. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (16’16.297s) 4. TYLER KING – NEW ZEALAND (16’16.461s) 5. ORATILWE PHIRI – SOUTH AFRICA (16’17.603s)

Round 1 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 roared into life at the Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia, as the TVS Racing International Championship delivered a breathtaking Race 1, with India’s Sarthak Chavan emerging victorious after a dramatic final-lap showdown. The race exploded into action with Pedrinho Matos from Portugal launching off the line in spectacular fashion, instantly breaking away from the pack. Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli gave chase in second, followed by compatriot Md Naqib Rifqi, while India’s Rakshith Shihari Dave and Sarthak slotted into the early top five. However, the race took an early twist as Pedrinho crashed out, along with India’s KY Ahamed, reshuffling the order. By Lap 2, Ramdan seized control at the front, with Naqib and Sarthak in close pursuit. Md Haziq Md Fairues joined the leading battle alongside Spain’s Luis Miguel, before the latter suffered a crash, further intensifying the fight at the front. Naqib attempted an aggressive move on Ramdan but the Malaysian responded calmly to reclaim the lead. The intensity ramped up on Lap 3 as Ramdan continued to lead ahead of Naqib and Haziq, while Sarthak dropped to fourth. Demonstrating strong pace, Haziq clocked the fastest lap of 2’23.459s, keeping the pressure firmly on the leaders. As the race entered Lap 5, a tight lead group had formed, featuring Ramdan, Naqib, Haziq, Sarthak, and South Africa’s Oratilwe Phiri, all separated by mere fractions as the battle for victory remained wide open. The final lap delivered pure drama. Naqib surged into the lead ahead of Ramdan and Haziq, but Sarthak carved his way through the pack with clinical precision. In a nail-biting sequence of overtakes, he went head-to-head with Naqib, while Ramdan and Haziq remained locked in contention just behind. Heading into the final corner, Haziq briefly took the lead but ran wide, opening the door for Sarthak to unleash a decisive run to the finish. The Indian rider powered across the line in 14’27.477s, securing a sensational victory. Ramdan followed just 0.044s behind in 14’27.521s, with Haziq completing the podium a further 0.058s adrift at 14’27.579s. Sarthak said, “I will try my best again tomorrow, but today I really enjoyed the race. After many races and many P2 finishes, I’m finally back to P1, so it feels really good. I didn’t have the best start, but I managed to stay with the leaders and keep up the pace. In the end, I was able to make the move and finish P1. Thank you to everyone for the support. Tomorrow, the target remains the same, it’s to win again. Hearing the national anthem of India today makes me very happy.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (14’27.477s) 2. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’27.521s) 3. MD HAZIQ MD FAIRUES – MALAYSIA (14’27.579s) 4. MD NAQIB RIFQI – MALAYSIA (14’27.949s) 5. ORATILWE PHIRI – SOUTH AFRICA (14’33.065s)

Round 1 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 kicked off today at the Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia, with the TVS Racing International Championship riders taking to the track for their first official outing of the season. Setting the benchmark in the combined practice results was Luis Miguel of Spain, who delivered an exceptional performance to close the day as the fastest rider overall. The opening practice session immediately showcased Miguel’s intent. The Spaniard topped the timesheets with a strong lap of 2’22.519s, edging out Malaysia’s Mohd Ramdan Rosli, who clocked 2’22.764s, 0.245 seconds behind. Portugal’s Pedrinho Matos followed closely in third with 2’22.951s, while Chiranth Vishwanath from India and Malaysia’s Md Naqib Rifqi rounded off the top five in a tightly contested session. Practice 2 saw a shift in momentum as Malaysian rider Md Haziq Md Fairues stormed to the top with a 2’22.911s lap. Ramdan maintained strong consistency to place second at 2’23.066s, while Naqib improved his pace significantly with 2’23.150s to secure third. India’s Sarthak Chavan and Pedrinho continued to keep pressure on the front runners, finishing fourth and fifth respectively. As the combined results were tallied, Luis Miguel emerged as the rider to beat. His fastest overall time of 2’22.068s, positioned him comfortably atop the day’s standings. Malaysia’s Ramdan secured second, while Haziq’s strong Practice 2 run promoted him to third. Pedrinho and Chiranth completed the top five, signalling a highly competitive field heading into race day. Luis Miguel shared, Today was quite challenging. With the new bike geometry, I’m still adapting, and I faced some suspension issues that caused a lot of chatter. But it’s all part of the learning process. I’m confident I can improve tomorrow, and I’ll give it everything I have.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE 1. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (2’22.068s) 2. MOHD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (2’22.519s) 3. MD HAZIQ MD FAIRUES – MALAYSIA (2’22.764s) 4. PEDRINHO MATOS – PORTUGAL (2’22.911s) 5. CHIRANTH VISHWANATH – INDIA (2’22.951s)

Round 6 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship delivered a thrilling conclusion to the TVS ASIA One Make Championship at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, as Japan’s Hiroki Ono powered to a dominant Race 2 victory, securing his second consecutive overall championship title. The race ignited with India’s Sarthak Chavan blasting off the line to take the early lead, closely followed by Malaysia’s Md Haziq Md Fairues and Spain’s Luis Miguel. By Lap 2, Hiroki sliced his way through the front group to snatch the lead, while Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli, who had a slower start, quickly regrouped and placed himself firmly in the lead pack. Sarthak maintained third as the pace intensified. On Lap 3, Hiroki stamped his authority by clocking the fastest lap of 1’49.918s, though Ramdan launched a strong attack to momentarily grab the front. Hiroki stayed composed, reclaiming the lead and defending fiercely. Lap 4 saw a bold and brilliant manoeuvre from Sarthak, who overtook both Hiroki and Ramdan in a single move to take command of the race, with Luis close behind and ready to strike. The battle remained unpredictable through Lap 5, as riders continued to shuffle positions in a tense, high-speed chess match at the front. By Lap 6, Hiroki tightened his rhythm, regained the lead, and began edging away, slowly but steadily opening the gap to the chasing group. On Lap 7, Haziq, who had climbed back to second, crashed out. Mere seconds later, Sarthak also fell on the same lap, abruptly ending both riders’ podium hopes. Entering the final lap, Hiroki had built a decisive three-second gap ahead of the rest. With a flawless and calculated performance, the Japanese star stormed past the chequered flag in 14’44.800s to claim victory. Ramdan finished second in 14’48.452s, while Luis Miguel secured third at 14’48.472s after a tight sprint to the line. With this triumph, Hiroki Ono clinched the 2025 TVS ASIA One Make Championship, amassing 239 points across the season. Malaysia’s Ramdan concluded the year as runner-up with 224 points, while Sarthak sealed third overall with 200 points. Hiroki expressed, “I’m really happy right now. Yesterday I finished fourth and that result wasn’t good for me, so today I changed my mentality completely. Compared to yesterday, I felt much more relaxed and focused only on my riding style, with one clear target which is victory. In the end, that mindset gave me a good advantage. I want to thank the organisers, the TVS ASIA One Make Championship staff, and everyone who supported me. This season was very tough because the riders came from a very high level, but I enjoyed it a lot. Finally, I’ve achieved this title, just like last year, so now I have two titles in total.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2 1. HIROKI ONO – JAPAN (14’44.800s) 2. MD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’48.452s) 3. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (14’48.472s) 4. KANATAT JAIMAN – THAILAND (14’52.313s) 5. JHON A LOPEZ C – COLOMBIA (14’52.388s) TOP 5 – OVERALL RIDER STANDINGS 1. HIROKI ONO – JAPAN (239 points) 2. MD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (224 points) 3. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (200 points) 4. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (168 points) 5. CHIRANTH VISHWANATH – INDIA (114 points)

Round 6 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 delivered a nail-biting Race 1 in the TVS ASIA One Make Championship at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand where Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli produced a heroic late-race surge to clinch a sensational win. As the lights went out, India’s Sarthak Chavan made a strong launch, but Japan’s Hiroki Ono wasted no time powering past to take the early advantage. Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli also made swift progress, slotting himself into the fight for the lead within the opening corners. By Lap 2, Luis Miguel from Spain showed blistering pace, clocked a fastest lap of 1’51.279s to snatch second position as he set his sights on Hiroki. Ramdan held steady in fourth, managing his rhythm while keeping the leaders firmly in view. Hiroki continued to defend his lead under immense pressure, with Sarthak, Ramdan and Luis locked in a three-way scrap just fractions of a second behind him. On Lap 7, Ramdan ignited the crowd with a searing fastest lap of 1’50.234s, yet the tightly packed leading group prevented him from breaking away. The race remained too close to call, with five riders still in contention. The final lap saw Luis Miguel surged into the lead, followed closely by Hiroki, Sarthak, and Ramdan, intensifying the battle to the finish. Refusing to back down, Ramdan launched a fearless attack, slicing past his rival. His momentum was unstoppable as he stormed to the front and powered toward the chequered flag. Ramdan crossed the line victorious with a time of 14’52.044s, capping off one of the most dramatic finishes of the season. Luis secured second at 14’52.453s, while Sarthak completed the podium at 14’53.499s. Ramdan shared, “It was an unbelievable race and a very tough one for me. I came into this weekend not feeling well. I had a fever and flu, and at times I felt like I was losing concentration because of my condition. Even so, I performed well in yesterday’s sessions. This morning in Qualifying, we faced some issues with the bike and I couldn’t push to set a strong lap time. But the team did an excellent job getting the bike back into perfect shape for Race 1. I’m really happy with the result and I want to thank everyone who supported me.” TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 1 1. MD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (14’52.044s) 2. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (14’52.453s) 3. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (14’53.499s) 4. HIROKI ONO – JAPAN (14’53.611s) 5. MD HAZIQ MD FAIRUES – MALAYSIA (14’53.663s)

Round 6 of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2025 kicked off today at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand, with the TVS ASIA One Make Championship delivering competitive action as riders tested their pace across two practice sessions. Malaysia’s Md Ramdan Rosli set the pace for the weekend, topping the combined practice results with a fastest lap of 1’50.000s in Practice 1. Ramdan’s consistent performance and precise control put him in a strong position heading into tomorrow’s Qualifying session. Close on his heels, Japan’s Hiroki Ono recorded 1’50.318s for second overall, while India’s Sarthak Chavan claimed third at 1’50.855s. Spain’s Luis Miguel posted 1’51.146s for fourth, and India’s Chiranth Vishwanath rounded out the top five with 1’51.431s. Ramdan commented, “For the first day, I’m really happy with a strong start to the final round. I know Chang International Circuit is not easy because it’s a track where many riders can perform well, as it doesn’t demand extreme technical skills. However, I managed to set the fastest lap times in both Practice 1 and Practice 2, which makes me very happy. I haven’t pushed too hard yet because I’m still fine-tuning my suspension setup. I hope that in tomorrow’s Qualifying session I can improve my lap times even further.” TOP 5 FASTEST – COMBINED PRACTICE RESULT 1. MD RAMDAN ROSLI – MALAYSIA (1’50.000s) 2. HIROKI ONO – JAPAN (1’50.318s) 3. SARTHAK CHAVAN – INDIA (1’50.855s) 4. LUIS MIGUEL – SPAIN (1’51.146s) 5. CHIRANTH VISHWANATH – INDIA (1’51.431s)