SEPANG: Indonesian rider Afridza Munandar was killed in an accident at the Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup (IATC) race at the Sepang International Circuit, today. The 20-year-old rider received medical attention by the side of the track before being transferred to Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) by helicopter. “We are deeply saddened to announce that Asian Talent Cup rider Afridza Munandar has passed away after being involved in an incident during ATC Race 1 in Sepang. “The FIM, FIM Asia, Dorna Sports, and all those in the Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup pass on our deepest condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Munandar. Munandar was a standout rider in the 2019 IATC season, taking two wins, two second places and two third-place finishes in a season that had seen him poised to fight for the Championship this weekend.

Source: New Strait Times November 02, 2019 11:48 UTC