The championship kicked off with five striking livery designs, each representing the participating countries, bringing vibrancy and identity to the track.<\/p>\n In the individual category, Indonesia’s<\/span> Andika Rama<\/span> claimed the top podium spot with a total of 74 points, demonstrating precision, focus, and adherence to his race strategy. First runner-up Moreno Pratama<\/span>, also from Indonesia<\/span>, finished with 62 points, while Malaysia’s<\/span> Chong Kai Chang<\/span> secured second runner-up with 59 points.<\/p>\n With two drivers on the podium, Indonesia<\/span> accumulated 169 points across Andika Rama<\/span>, Farizi Pramaditya, and Moreno Pratama<\/span>, clinching the Country Championship. Malaysia<\/span> and Singapore<\/span> followed in second and third place, earning 151 and 93 points respectively, highlighting consistent performance and strong teamwork over the three races.<\/p>\n Race Highlights<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n The Suzuka circuit<\/b> set the tone for an electrifying opening race, with drivers pushing the GR Yaris through its iconic bends and high-speed straights. As the only circuit with wet conditions, the race difficulty was further elevated when an unexpectedly heavy downpour hit the track, turning every lap into a test of reflexes and composure. Drivers had to carefully select and manage their tire compounds, balancing grip and durability to navigate the slippery surfaces, while timing their pit stops strategically to maintain pace without losing precious seconds.<\/p>\n Malaysian frontrunner Taj Aiman<\/span> seized an early lead, but the spotlight soon shifted to a fierce three-way battle as Andika Rama<\/span> with Malaysia’s<\/span> Chong Kai Chang<\/span> and Iqbal Suji, fought for the podium positions. Spectators were kept on edge as the trio fought corner-to-corner in the slick conditions.<\/p>\n In the final laps, Andika Rama<\/span> executed a decisive charge to claim victory. Following closely behind were compatriot Moreno Pratama<\/span> and Chong Kai Chang<\/span> in second and third place respectively. Despite leading six out of seven laps, Taj Aiman<\/span> slipped to fourth position after grappling with unfortunate tire issues, marking a dramatic Malaysian-to-Indonesian shift at the top of the results.<\/p>\n The Interlagos leg<\/b> \u2014 the longest circuit yet at 21 laps, nearly three times the length of Suzuka \u2014 unfolded under a dramatic day-to-night transition, adding endurance-style complexity to the competition. This was also the first time in the Championship’s history that a full team format race was introduced.<\/p>\n Each team fielded three drivers in the GR010 Hybrid and had to execute two compulsory driver swaps at any point in the race.<\/p>\n This flexible open format placed immense pressure on real-time calls: pitstop strategies, tire management, energy conservation, and maintaining pace as track conditions shifted.<\/p>\n Malaysia<\/span>, led by opening driver Taj Aiman<\/span>, established an early advantage, with Singapore’s<\/span> Fadtris Isa and the Indonesian team trailing close behind. Indonesia<\/span> and Singapore<\/span> demonstrated exceptional tire management, stretching their stints and minimising pitstops, while Malaysia<\/span>, the Philippines<\/span>, and Thailand<\/span> cycled through more sets of tires \u2014 a choice that would shape the race’s mid-section.<\/p>\n As dusk settled over the Interlagos at Lap 15, Malaysia<\/span> seized the pit-stop window: Iqbal Suji, the team’s third driver, rejoined the track just as Singapore<\/span> and Indonesia<\/span> pitted, reclaiming the lead. By Lap 16, the differing strategies had created a 17-second gap between Singapore<\/span> and Malaysia<\/span>.<\/p>\n Malaysia’s<\/span> carefully timed swaps and teamwork allowed them to extend their advantage in the final laps, ultimately securing first place. Indonesia’s<\/span> strategy and consistency through evolving conditions earned them second place, while Singapore<\/span> held strong to claim third.<\/p>\n The final showdown at Watkins Glen<\/b> unfolded over 14 intense laps, demanding razor-sharp precision and split-second decision-making. Racing in the GR Supra Race Car ’19, Indonesia<\/span> and Malaysia<\/span> set the early pace, with Andika Rama<\/span> continuing his momentum from Suzuka. The field remained incredibly tight, with nearly all drivers separated by less than a second from each other.<\/p>\n A bold early pitstop by the Malaysian team propelled them into the top three by Lap 9. But their strategy came at a cost \u2014 rapid tire degradation on the soft compounds forced an additional stop just three laps later to switch onto mediums, opening the door for Indonesia<\/span> to fight their way back to leading positions.<\/p>\n Singapore’s<\/span> Fadtris Isa delivered one of the race’s standout moments, climbing into second place and closing in on race leader Andika Rama<\/span>. His charge briefly reshuffled the leaderboard and kept both Indonesia<\/span> and Malaysia<\/span> on alert.<\/p>\n In the final laps, Andika Rama’s<\/span> precise racecraft and disciplined strategy secured his second individual win of the night, with teammate Moreno Pratama<\/span> crossing the line in second. Malaysia’s<\/span> Chong Kai Chang<\/span> staged an impressive comeback of his own, climbing from seventh to third after his second pit stop \u2014 overtaking four competitors in a decisive late-race push to claim the final podium spot at Watkins Glen.<\/p>\n “This year’s TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship showcased exactly what the TGR philosophy stands for,” said Jaja Ishibashi<\/span>, General Manager of Toyota Motor Asia.<\/b> “Every racer pushed their limits, refined their approach, and demonstrated remarkable composure across changing conditions. Beyond the results, what stood out most was the collective commitment to improvement and teamwork. These are values that continue to drive GAZOO Racing forward.”<\/p>\n Responding to his win at the championships \u2014 his second TGR Asia Esports GT Championship title since 2023, Andika Rama<\/span><\/b> commented, “Winning the 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship is the result of months of preparation and sticking to our race strategies, even as other teams pushed hard and made aggressive pit calls. We focused on refining our approach lap by lap, adjusting in real time while remaining true to our plan. Each corner, each tire change, and each overtaking decision was an opportunity to improve. Seeing our strategy pay off and being crowned Asia’s<\/span> champion again gives us an incredible sense of pride.”<\/p>\n Echoing Andika Rama’s<\/span> sentiments, first runner-up Moreno Pratama<\/span><\/span><\/b> added, “Competing against the top drivers in Asia<\/span> was definitely a challenge. Every race tested my focus, adaptability, and determination. Teamwork was evident in every lap for every one of us. In such races, it is not just about speed, but about evolving and supporting one another. I’m proud to have pushed myself to the limit and to have earned a podium finish at the Asia Finals.”<\/p>\n Following his strong performance, second runner-up Chong Kai Chang<\/span><\/b> shared, “Finishing third is bittersweet. I came in aiming for the championship, but earning my first podium spot at the Asia Finals is still a meaningful achievement. Racing against Asia’s<\/span> best pushes me to keep improving, and I look forward to better accomplishments in my next races.”<\/p>\n Special awards were also given in recognition of drivers’ exceptional performances, with Andika Rama<\/span> clinching Driver of the Day, Malaysia’s<\/span> Chong Kai Chang<\/span> taking home Best Racecraft Driver and Singapore’s<\/span> Fadtris Isa winning Fastest Race Pace.<\/p>\n The positions were determined from cumulative points earned through finishing positions across all three races, with bonus points for the fastest laps in each of the three races. The top three individuals and teams each received a cash prize of USD 8,000<\/span>, USD 4,500<\/span> and USD 3,000<\/span> respectively.<\/p>\n To re-watch the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship 2025, please click here<\/a><\/u>.<\/p>\n![\"On](\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2836311\/image.jpg?p=medium600\" "\\"On")
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On the podium, Andika Rama (champion), first runner-up Moreno Pratama and second runner-up Chong Kai Chang<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n