Raivat Dhar Leads again in Race 2 of Round 4 of the 2025 IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup CB300F

 

• Raivat Dhar delivered an outstanding performance in Race 2, while Solomon R and Alshin Thomas followed with strong finishes at second and third places, respectively

 

Mumbai / Madras International Circuit, Chennai, 05 October 2025: Demonstrating remarkable racecraft, the young Honda Racing India riders delivered an impressive performance in Race 2 of Round 4 of the 2025 IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup CB300F in Chennai, showcasing their focus and commitment on the track.

 

Building on the momentum from Race 1, Raivat Dhar delivered another strong performance in Race 2, showcasing impressive speed and remarkable precision on the track.

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In the 8-lap race, Raivat Dhar made a strong start to take the early lead. Navigating through tough competition, he maintained focus to finish in first place with a total time of 16:52.354 and also recorded the fastest lap at 2:04.120.

 

Following very closely, Solomon R demonstrated exceptional precision to secure second place, completing the race in 16:52.469 with his fastest lap at 2:04.903.

 

The contest for third place intensified as Alshin Thomas and Amit Prasad went wheel-to-wheel, each pushing their limits in a gripping battle for the podium. Showing strong control and consistent pace, Alshin Thomas secured third position with a total time of 16:53.198. Notably, Amit Prasad crossed the line first, but due to jump start, he received a 10-second penalty and was classified in the fifth position with a total time of 17:03.011.

 

IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup

The IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup is a prestigious platform designed to develop and nurture the next generation of riders for both national and international championships. It serves as a stepping-stone for young riders aspiring to reach higher levels of racing. The championship features Honda CB300F race- spec motorcycles, providing a competitive platform. The primary objective of the championship is to identify and nurture talented riders, providing them with professional training. By offering a well-defined pathway, the IDEMITSU Honda Indian Talent Cup CB300F paves the way for Indian riders to enter the realm of professional motorcycle racing.

 

The 2025 season of the IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup CB300F comprises five rounds. The season opener was held at the Madras International Circuit, Chennai, on June 7–8, 2025, followed by Round 2 in Coimbatore in August. Round 3 took place in Chennai in September, while Round 4 is currently being held in Chennai. The season will conclude with the final Round 5 at the Madras International Circuit, Chennai, in January 2026.