STATEMENT: HARUKI NOGUCHI

Dated 17th August 2023, in honour of Haruki Noguchi’s family and team who have requested for a moment of privacy to mourn their loss.

It is with great sadness that we report the demise of Haruki Noguchi after three days of intensive treatment at the Public Hospital of Nusa Tenggara Barat.

During Round 4 of the FIM Asia Road Championship, 2023 that was held at Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, Haruki was critically injured following an incident at Turn 10, Lap 4 of the Asia Superbike 1000cc race category.

The 22-year-old rider immediately received medical attention at the circuit’s Medical Centre before being transferred to the local hospital. Despite the best efforts of the medical staff, Haruki sadly succumbed to his injuries on 16 August 2023 at 1740H.

The FIM Asia President and its Board of Directors, Two Wheels Motor Racing and the FIM Asia Road Racing family extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Haruki Noguchi.