Chiranth Vishwanath from Bengaluru has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian to win a race at the prestigious Mobility Resort Motegi racetrack in Japan. This victory not only highlights Vishwanath’s individual talent but also marks a notable moment for Indian motorsport on an international stage. The Mobility Resort Motegi is renowned for its challenging layout and has hosted numerous high-profile events, making this win a pivotal moment for Indian representation in the sport.
Key Factors
Having qualified fourth after a series of fastest laps in the official practice session, 18-year-old Chiranth, astride a TVS Apache RR 310, led from the start in Race-1. However, in the fifth lap of the eight-lap race, he fell to P5 after contact with another rider. But he recovered, passing three riders in the last lap to post a win, his first of the championship.
