Honda Racing India Riders brace for Round 3 of 2024 IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup NSF250R in Chennai

Chennai: Honda Racing India riders are all set to intensify the competition as it gears up for Round 3 of the 2024 season of IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup NSF250R at Madras International Circuit (MIC, previously known as Madras Motor Race Track) in Chennai.

Building on the momentum from the previous round, the Round 3 of IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup will showcase the rising talent and determination of India’s promising young racers.

The second round of the IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup NSF250R was a great display of talent. Honda Racing India’s riders demonstrated unparalleled skill and consistency.

Mohsin Paramban dominated the race, taking the top spot with a flawless performance fully utilizing the potential of the Moto3-spec machine, the NSF 250R, throughout the 8-lap race. Close on his heels, Savion Sabu and A.S. James battled fiercely, claiming second and third positions, respectively.

In the high-intensity race, Savion Sabu delivered a smooth performance to claim the runner up position whereas A.S James with his strong spirit finished in the third place, displaying remarkable consistency and poise.

Their impressive results have set a high bar for the competition as they head into Round 3.

Round 3 of the IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup NSF250R will have the grid of 11 young guns riding on the Moto3 race machine platform – NSF250R including two female riders of Honda Racing India – Rakshitha S Dave and Jagathishree Kumaresan will also be competing in the race.

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 NSF250R motorcycles, purpose-built for Moto3 racing, providing a competitive platform. With its lightweight chassis, powerful engine, and aerodynamic bodywork, the NSF250R offers optimal performance on the track. 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 NSF250R paves the way for Indian riders to enter the realm of professional motorcycle racing.

The 2024 season will have five rounds beginning with the season opener at the Madras International Circuit (Chennai)from 14-16 June 2024. The third round is scheduled for the upcoming weekend from 2-4 August 2024. Subsequent races i.e. 4^th & 5th round will continue at the same venue, scheduled for September and October in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.