The 2025 MotoGP season opened in Thailand, where Brad Binder finished 8th after starting 14th, earning points, while Enea Bastianini made an impressive debut by finishing 9th. Maverick Viñales placed 16th, and Pedro Acosta faced difficulties, finishing 19th. In Moto3, Jose Antonio Rueda took victory, supported by Alvaro Carpe’s second place. The KTM team manager stressed the importance of data collection for future performance improvements amidst challenging conditions.
The 2025 MotoGP season commenced in Thailand under challenging racing conditions at the Buriram International Circuit. Despite the oppressive heat, Brad Binder from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing started from 14th position but managed to finish 8th, earning 8 crucial points. His teammate Enea Bastianini impressed in his debut race for Red Bull KTM Tech3, climbing from 20th to 9th. Additionally, Maverick Viñales concluded his first race with a top 16 finish, narrowly missing out on points, while Pedro Acosta faced challenges, finishing 19th after a crash.
In Moto3, Jose Antonio Rueda achieved a remarkable victory for the KTM GP Academy, securing the top position, followed closely by teammate Alvaro Carpe, who earned 2nd place. Rueda expressed his excitement about the season start, while Carpe, a rookie, celebrated his unexpected podium finish. In Moto2, Deniz Öncü finished 12th, and Collin Veijer came in 20th, contributing to the overall performances of the KTM riders.
Binder reflected, “A really long race… I knew I had to be clever today but I also think I made a bit of a mistake with my tire choice.” Bastianini commented, “I think we made a step this morning… It was important to check what I could do with other riders.” Viñales added, “We have a starting point… we need to be more precise and try to improve.” Acosta noted, “A tough day… We have to move on and start again in Argentina.”
Aki Ajo, the Team Manager of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, emphasized the importance of the first race for gathering data, noting that improvement is needed for performances in high temperatures. He stated, “We know we need to improve in these types of climates but we also know that when it’s a bit cooler then we are competitive.” The race results highlight the competitive spirit and perseverance of the KTM team as they prepare for the next challenges of the season.
The opening round of the 2025 MotoGP season in Thailand showcased considerable efforts from various riders of the Red Bull KTM teams. Brad Binder and Enea Bastianini both achieved commendable results, while the challenges faced by Maverick Viñales and Pedro Acosta emphasize the need for continued improvement. Moto3 riders Rueda and Carpe delivered impressive performances, marking a strong start for the KTM GP Academy. The insights shared by the team and riders will certainly guide their strategies moving forward into the next races.
Original Source: www.totalmotorcycle.com
