Panjarujjit Jitvirulchat made a mark with a roaring home race, securing his first podium as a full-season AP250 rider in ARRC 2026 Race 1.
"Fer" Panjarujjit Jitvirulchat, a rider from Honda Racing Thailand, competed as a full-season rider for the first time, kicking off his home race in an exciting contest for speed fans. He battled the Asian front-runners until the final corner before proudly bringing the Thai flag to the podium in third place at the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 Round 2, Asia Production 250 class, Race 1.
"Fer" Panjarujjit Jitvirulchat, riding bike number 12, started from grid 4 and positioned himself among the leading pack, exchanging the lead multiple times throughout the race. He unlocked his first podium finish by claiming third place at his home track. This achievement not only earned him important championship points but also provided a huge motivation boost for the rest of the 2026 season.
The FIM Asia Road Racing Championship 2026 continues with Race 2 on Sunday, 10 May 2026 at 14:10 GMT+7 at Chang International Circuit in Buriram Province.