Underbone 150

John Emerson Inguito of 4S1M Yamaha Racing team is sharpening his skills in preparation for his race at the Sportsland Sugo International Circuit for the Underbone 150cc category of FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. The season opener may not have been a very good start for John. Pacing aboard the Yamaha Sniper 150, John’s agility kept him afloat among the lead group. Unfortunately, some may say it’s timing or perhaps the inability to find the right moment to strike, he was soon overshadowed by the velocity of riders in the highly unpredictable category. In Round 2, John took the sixteenth spot on the grid upon completing the Super Pole session. While Race 1 of Round 2 held a setback for John when he couldn’t complete the race, he made a strong finish in Race 2 when he took the third spot on the podium. John currently sits at the ninth spot overall. Commenting on his previous challenges, John said, “For Race 1 of Round 2, my machine went into a serious mechanical problem and I could not complete the race. For Race 2, thankfully I was able to catch up when the issues were rectified. I was more confident in making the necessary moves needed to not just complete the race but to put on a good fight for a spot on the podium.” For Round 3 at Sugo, John said, “I am excited. We took an overall look into the performance of the machine and gave it the required boost it needs for an enhanced performance. As a rider, I have been working on my physical and mental wellness to ensure that it has what it takes to embrace thechallenges at Sugo. I want to be on the podium!” Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

It was a full-on for Nazirul Izzat Md Bahauddin of UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team when he raced his way up to the top spot of the podium in Race 2 of the Underbone 150cc category. Nazirul may not have stood out since the start of the ARRC nevertheless, he made Malaysians proud with his strong finish. Throughout the race, Nazirul was seen pacing back and forth among the pack of riders in the highly competitive race. It was not until lap 5 that Nazirul slipped into third position and from then on, it was picking up speed for the Yamaha Y15 ZR rider. By the last lap, Nazirul has taken the lead position. While he was chased closely by his contender, he maintained his pace and kept steady before pushing through the finish line. Nazirul finished Race 1 at the 14th spot but a remarkable recovery at the top spot when he logged in at 15:46:582s. Commenting on the race, “It was a difficult race week for my team and I however we gave our best shot. My performance in both practice and in Race 1 was not up to the mark so this win is definitely an inspiration for me to do better in the next Round.” “I would like to thank my fans and supporters who have journey with me and this victory is dedicated to my late father.” Coming in second was 12-year-old, Muhammad Kiandra Ramadhipa of SCK HONDA Racing Team, clocking in at 15:46:626s. John Emerson Inguito of 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team clocked in at 15:46:657s which placed him at the 3rd spot on the podium. Race 2 Provisional ReportUnderbone 150cc – Top 5 Riders Nazirul Izzat Md Bahauddin, UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team, 15:46:582s Md Kiandra Ramadhipa, SCK HONDA Racing Team, 15:46:626s John Emerson Inguito, 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team, 15:46:657s Peerapong Luiboonpeng, Team One For All, 15:46:689s Md Izzat Zaidi Md Salehan, Pitsbike JRT OneWay, 15:46:706s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

Md Hafiza Rofa of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team bolted confidently to the finish line to score the first spot at the podium in Race 1 of the Underbone 150cc category. The rider aboard the Yamaha Y15 ZR emerged out of nowhere in the last lap and took lead of the pack, defeating his teammate Wahyu Aji Trilaksana seconds before finishing his race at 15:43:919s. The neck-to-neck race saw Hafiza maintaining his pace and composure among the top ten riders however, in lap 5, Hafiza began picking up speed while strategizing for the last lap. The Malaysian rider pulled a stunner when he quickly pulled to the front towards the end of the race beating his teammate to the clock. Commenting on his victory, “Buriram was a disappointment nevertheless I am quite pleased with the machine this time around as I was able to better manage the lap time.” “It was quite a tight race with only six laps to complete. In the first three laps, I relaxed a little to find my pace. By lap four, I was prepared to make my move and towards the last lap, I managed to pull it off. It was a different approach altogether and it worked.” Coming in at the second spot on the podium was Wahyu Aji Trilaksana who logged in at 15:44:011. Gupita Kresna of 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team clocked in at 15:44:050s. Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

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

It’s a win for Malaysian rider Ahmad Afif Amran of Cardinals Racing Team at the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship when he emerged fastest in the Underbone 150cc category, Race 2. Afif who took the fourth position on the grid picked up his pace at the third lap, re-positioning himself second among the troupe of riders. It was a battle between Afif and the rider before him but at the fourth lap, Afif managed to stride ahead and take the lead.  Afif flaunted his skills when he raced out of the traps in lap five and sped ahead leaving a trail of riders chasing after him. He maintained his pace throughout the remaining laps and finished strong at 16:34:083s, almost 3 seconds ahead of the next rider in line. “The team has worked tirelessly throughout the weekend to fine tune the machine, to ensure we get the right timing. I am very happy with the result.” Taking the second place was Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team at 16:37:136s who came in third fastest in Race 1. The third place was claimed by Murobbil Vithoni of LFN HP696 Indonesia Racing Team when he clocked in at 16:37:357. Coming in at the fourth and fifth positions are duo, Dimas Juli Atmoko of LFN HP696 Indonesia Racing Team and April King Mascardo of UMA Racing MMR YAMAHA Philippines. Top 5 Riders of Underbone 150cc, Race 2: Ahmad Afif Amran (MAS), Cardinals Racing Team, 16:34:083s Wahyu Aji Trilaksana (INA), ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 16:37:136s Murobbil Vithoni (INA), LFN HP696 Indonesia Racing Team, 16:37:357s Dimas Juli Atmoko (INA), LFN HP696 Indonesia Racing Team, 16:37:418s April King Mascardo (PHI), UMA Racing MMR YAMAHA Philippines, 16:37:528s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The season opener of FIM Asia Road Racing Championship celebrates its first winner for the Round 1 of the Underbone 150cc category when Mohd Izzat Zaidi Mohd Salehan of Pitsbike JRT OneWay smashed in at 16:43:348s in Race 1. Izzat, the Malaysian rider who took the second row from the Superpole after coming in fourth at the challenge struggled to find his pace in the beginning. Striding alongside a stretch of riders, Izzat who rode the Yamaha Y15 ZR machine picked up his speed towards the remaining 3 laps. Izzat broke into the top three troupe by the seventh lap, taking the second spot before strengthening his strategy to finish ahead by 0.240s. “It was a challenge coming back to the Asian circuit after a two-year break. However, the team have kept their momentum and worked their way into ensuring that the necessary measures were taken into account to ensure the best outcome.” “My strategy was to speed up to the leading group, one step at a time before I made my break to get ahead of them.” Taking the second spot at the podium was Muhammad Yordan Badaru of LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team who clocked in at 16:43:588s Yordan who has been relatively quiet throughout the pre-season test and the official practices began at the sixteenth place on the grid before he hustled through a row of riders to place himself in the top three position. Following right behind him at the third place was Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of ONEXOX TKKR Racing team who made it through the final lap at 16:43:942. Top 5 Position of Underbone 150cc Mohd Izzat Zaidi Mohd Salehan (MAS), Pitsbike JRT OneWay, 16:43:348s Muhammad Yordan Badaru (INA), LFN HP969 Indonesia Racing Team, 16:43:588 Wahyu Aji Trilaksana (INA), ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team,16:43:942 Dimas Juli Atmoko (INA) LFN HP969, Indonesia Racing Team, 16:44:321s Md Aiman Tahiruddin (MAS), Cardinals Racing Team Malaysia, 16:44:341s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com

The Underbone 150cc qualifying session came to an end when Gupita Kresna of 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team took the lead as the fastest rider in the session, clocking in at 2:00:882s. Gupita who has been laying low throughout the two-day pre-season test and the official practice came out strong in the qualifier with an improved lap time. “I am really pleased to have scored the fastest lap time for the qualifying session despite the average timing clocked during the pre-season and official practice.” “My team mate who is an experienced rider has been helpful towards me and I am happy that he made it the second fastest for this session. We hope to do our best for our teams and God willing, we will take the spots at the podium this weekend.” Following behind him with the second fastest time was his team mate, John Emerson Inguito with 2:01:688s. Wahyu Aji Trilaksana of ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team finished third with 2:01:705s.  Malaysian duo, Mohammad Syafiq Rosli of UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team and Ahmad Afif Amran of Cardinals Racing Team Malaysia logged in at 2:01:877 and 2:01:953 respectively, landing them in the fourth and fifth fastest position.  Top 5 Fastest in Qualifying: Gupita Kresna (INA), 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team, 2:00:882s John Emerson Inguito (PHI), 4S1M YAMAHA Racing Team, 2:01:688s Wahyu Aji Trilaksana (INA), ONEXOX TKKR Racing Team, 2:01:705s Mohammad Syafiq Rosli (MAS), UMA Racing YAMAHA Maju Motor Asia Team, 2:01:877s Ahmad Afif Amran (MAS), Cardinals Racing Team, 2:01:953s Connect with Us! Latest news at asiaroadracing.com