Ramadhipa Makes History With First Podium in European Talent Cup

Muhammad Kiandra Ramadhipa has made history in the 2025 European Talent Cup (ETC), becoming the first Indonesian rider to secure a podium finish in this prestigious competition.

The 15-year-old PT Astra Honda Motor development rider claimed third position in the wet conditions of the Estoril Circuit, Portugal. Competing for the Honda Asia-Dream Junior Team, Ramadhipa started the race from fifth place, briefly dropping to sixth after a minor mistake.

Despite the challenge, Ramadhipa showed incredible resilience. In a dramatic final lap, he overtook his competitor on the final straight to clinch third place.

“I managed to control the situation very well despite making a mistake and running off track. I stayed focused, avoided further mistakes, and finally achieved the podium,” said Ramadhipa, who admitted to crying in parc ferme, overwhelmed by the unexpected result following the testing sessions in Valencia.