Chennai’s KY Ahamed becomes first Indian to make debut in Moto3

INDIAinF1 Desk September 22, 2023

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KY Ahamed of India makes a historic debut in the Moto3 at BIC on Friday. Photo by Srinivasa Krishnan

New Delhi, 22 Sept 2023: Chennai’s 26-year old KY Ahamed created history at the Buddh International circuit on Friday when he took part in the Free Practice session.

The TVS Racing talent was given a Wildcard to race in Moto3 category, thus becoming the second Indian to race in MotoGP. However, he is the first Indian to take part in Moto3 races, as compatriot Sharath Kumar, took part in the 125cc championship in 2011. Ahamed is representing Team Petronas MIE/ Mlav Racing.

Astride a Honda NSF250R, Ahamed, took part in both the practice sessions today and here are some of the images captured by Srinivasa Krishnan, our photo adviser.