Daily Tribune
IT’S a thrilling day at the race track in Tarlac.
Photographs courtesy of Honda Pilipinas
HONDA Pilipinas Dream Cup goes full throttle.
The emotions defining motorsports are the exhilaration of winning, the satisfaction of achieving a goal, and the adrenaline rush of participating.
For Honda, sharing this thrill with fans is more than a passion with it’s the driving force behind Honda Philippines Motorsports.
The change in weather condition makes it challenging for the young aspiring riders that couldn’t dampen the fiery determination of the riders during the 2024 Honda Pilipinas Dream Cup (HPDC) Round 3 held at Tarlac Circuit Hill on 6 to 7 July.
These talented racers showcased their skills, aiming for the international stage. The CBR150R race bikes roared around the technical track, challenging riders under the relentless rain on the first day and scorching heat on the second day making them experience a more competitive scene.
The action-packed event’s highlights were riders finishing the race with superior endurance and stellar performance.
The HPDC program, fueled by Honda Philippines Inc., provides a platform for aspiring riders to hone their abilities.
Qualifying (QTT) results are 1. Urielle Jirone Olayvar (one minute 20.355 seconds); 2. John Nathan Galang (1:20.863); 3. Carlsen Jacob Solis (1:20.906) 4. Franz Juric dela Cruz (1:21.014); 5: Vash Travis Aguilar (1:21.757); 6. Kenzo Miguel Abadilla (1:21.974); 7. Knox Leon Pantaleon (1:23.687); 8. Mark Dustine Oliveros (1:25.193); 9. Albert Joaquin Geronimo (1:33.283).
Race 1 Race Result: 1. Solis (1:10.773); 2. Olayvar (1:11.122); 3. Abadilla (1:10.765); 4. Galang (1:11.504); 5. Dela Cruz (1:11.258); 6. Pantaleon (1:12.742); 7. Oliveros (1:12.924); 8. Aguilar (1:13.391).
Race 2 Race Result: 1. Solis (1:10.984); 2. Abadilla (1:10.435); 3. Galang (1:11.140); 4. Olayvar (1:11.306); 5. Aguilar (1:11.971); 6. Dela Cruz (1:12.119); 7. Oliveros (1:12.139); 8. Pantaleon (1:13.638).
Honda Philippines Inc. has partnered with sponsors supporting this program: HJC Helmet, RK Takasago Chain, MTRT, NGK Spark Plugs, YSS Suspension, Alpinestar, UMA Racing, RCB, Pirelli Tires and Romy Lanceta Trucking Services.
