The TVS ASIA One Make Championship concluded at Race 2 of the season finale of the IDEMITSU FIM Asia Road Racing Championship. Hiroki Ono from Japan capped off an outstanding season with a double victory, securing both the race win and the championship title. Meanwhile, Malaysian rider Mohd Ramdan Rosli fought valiantly to finish fourth in Race 2, earning himself the first runner-up position in the overall championship standings.
Ramdan’s determination was evident from the very start of Race 2. With the championship already sealed by Hiroki in Round 5, Ramdan was eager to secure the runner-up spot in the championship standings, and he was not going to let anything stand in his way. The battle for victory was fierce, with Ramdan and Hiroki exchanging blows throughout the race. Despite Hiroki’s confirmed title win, the Japanese rider showed no mercy, continuing to push at the front, making sure Ramdan had to earn his position.
Adding to the intensity was Thailand’s Atih Kanghair, who had the home crowd behind him and was determined to make an impact. Atih was relentless, pushing hard to secure the top spot as he fought tooth and nail against the likes of Ramdan and Hiroki.
Indian rider Sarthak Chavan, who had been a consistent podium finisher throughout the season, was also in the mix. He gave it his all to secure another podium in his final race of the season at the Chang International Circuit, further increasing the intensity of the already-dramatic battle.
In the final laps of the 8-lap race, it was Hiroki who crossed the line first, clinching his second victory of the weekend with a time of 14’59:946s. Atih followed closely behind, finishing in second place with a time of 15’00:348s, while Mohd Ramdan Rosli who finished third with a time of 15’01:830s, was penalised a dropped of 1 position due to exceeding track limit at last turn watched Vorapong Malahuan from Thailand took third place. However, Ramdan still managed to secured the runner-up spot in the overall championship standings.
Reflecting on his victory, Hiroki Ono said, “I am very, very happy to finish the season as number one. Today’s race was also very tough, but I really enjoyed fighting with all the riders. It was a fantastic race, and I’m grateful for the incredible support I’ve received this season from ARRC, TVS Racing, and all of my sponsors. I couldn’t have asked for a better conclusion to my championship journey.”
Ramdan, although disappointed with not winning Race 2, was thrilled with his overall achievement. “It’s been a tough season, but finishing as the first runner-up in the championship is something I’m very proud of. I gave it my all today, and while I really wanted to win, I’m grateful for all the support I’ve received throughout the year. It’s an honor to represent Malaysia on this stage, and I’m looking forward to what the future holds. Congratulations to Hiroki for an outstanding season,” he commented.
TOP 5 FASTEST – RACE 2
- Hiroki Ono – Japan (14’59:946s)
- Atih Kanghair – Thailand (15’00:348s)
- Vorapong Malahuan – Thailand (15’02:334s)
- Mohd Ramdan Rosli – Malaysia (15’01:830s)
- Rocco Sessler – Germany (15’02:338s)
TOP 5 OVERALL STANDING
- Hiroki Ono – Japan (251 points)
- Mohd Ramdan Rosli – Malaysia (170 points)
- Sarthak Chavan – India (127 points)
- Vorapong Malahuan – Thailand (119 points)
- Rocco Sessler – German (110 points)