Mario Aji Stays In Moto3 With Honda Team Asia Next Season

Indonesian racer Mario Aji continues to duet with Taiyo Furusato at Honda Team Asia in Moto3 2023. (Doc. Honda Team Asia)

JAKARTA - Indonesian racer, Mario Suryo Aji, is confirmed to continue racing in the Moto3 event for the 2023 season. He will be duet again with Taiyo Furusato in Honda Team Asia.

Honda maintains Mario Aji and Furusato because they are considered to have fulfilled the training program that has been determined perfectly.

Both are deemed worthy of self-confidence to continue the following season.

"Next season, I will have the opportunity to continue this team, and I am excited about that. That means they believe in my ability to race at the top level," Mario Aji said in a written statement released by Honda Team Asia.

Mario Aji admitted that he struggled with some physical problems this year. However, the Astra Honda Racing Team rider has learned a lot.

In addition, Mario Aji also managed to score several important points, and had an extraordinary experience, such as during the race in the front group at the Mandalika Circuit.

"I'm happy to live here. I'll work hard during winter to be stronger for the next season. I want to thank everyone who believes in me," said Mario Aji.

Meanwhile, Honda Team Asia also maintains Hiroshi Aoyama as team manager for Moto3 2023. The former Japanese racer said he was happy to continue the struggle with Mario Aji or Furusato.

"In Moto3 next season, we will continue with Mario Suryo Aji and Taiyo Furusato. They are beginners and have dedicated their first year to work, study, and develop," said Aoyama.

"We want to maintain this development to see how they can improve and perform next season."