Honda Team Asia riders Taiyo Furusato and Tatchakorn Buasri successfully completed the 19th round of the Moto3 World Championship at Sepang International Circuit. This race marked the end of the Asian rounds as well as the penultimate race of the season.
The weekend started positively with Taiyo finishing the first day in 3rd place with a promising pace. The Japanese rider showed continued growth and proved to be one of the fastest on track.
Tatchakorn, despite the 21st time, demonstrated progress by narrowing the gap with the riders ahead.
In the qualifying Furusato encountered bad luck in Q2: his fastest lap was canceled due to a yellow flag, leaving him to start from 17th on the grid. Buasri struggled to find his pace, ending the session in 24th position.
The race was a remarkable one for both riders: Taiyo Furusato got an impressive 2nd place, while Tatchakorn Buasri earned his first point of the season.
Starting from a challenging 17th position, Furusato demonstrated resilience and skill as he steadily gained positions. He engaged in an exhilarating duel with David Alonso for the win, ultimately securing a well-deserved second place. Buasri, riding his best race of the season, showcased determination by overtaking several riders, securing his first point in the championship.
Hard work and dedication have paid off and the team is now ready to come back to Europe for the grand finale!
MOTO3: TAIYO FURUSATO #72
Grid 17 -Race 2
I’m quite happy with today’s result. Although we aimed for the win, starting from 17th and securing second place feels like a well-earned reward for the team’s and my own hard work during the whole Grand Prix.
This weekend, I rode alone for much of the time, giving my best effort every lap. The feeling today in the race was exceptional, and I pushed hard. When Alonso was close behind, I stayed calm, and we had a great battle. I couldn’t get the win, but I’m proud to have managed the final laps more effectively this time and secure a podium finish.
MOTO3: TATCHAKORN BUASRI #5
Grid 24- Race 15
First, I want to thank my team for their unwavering support and effort throughout the season. I’m delighted to have scored a point in Malaysia; it’s a meaningful achievement for me and the team. However, I know there’s more to fight for. We’re already focused on the final race of the season, aiming to secure another point and finish the year strong.
Today was very important for my mindset, as scoring a point eases the pressure and fuels my motivation. We know our potential, and I am committed to working hard and building on this momentum. My gratitude goes out to my team and everyone who has supported me.
HIROSHI AOYAMA – Team Manager
We just concluded an exciting Moto3 race here in Sepang on the hottest day of the weekend. With high track and air temperatures, it was a demanding 15-lap race. Yet, both our riders showed exceptional perseverance, maintaining focus and pushing through every lap.
Taiyo Furusato’s comeback was remarkable; he fought his way to arrive at the top positions and battled Alonso for the win, finishing an impressive second place. His teammate, Tatchakorn Buasri, also made a commendable effort, finishing 15th and scoring his first career point. Their hard work and dedication have paid off, and both riders’ achievements bring immense pride to our team.
I want to extend our gratitude to our sponsors, staff, and riders. Let’s carry this momentum into the final race of the season.
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