The 2025 MotoGP season opened in Thailand with Brad Binder finishing 8th and Enea Bastianini 9th, both showing resilience despite the challenging heat. Maverick Viñales concluded his debut in 16th, while Pedro Acosta faced difficulties, finishing 19th. In Moto3, Jose Antonio Rueda claimed victory with teammate Alvaro Carpe in second. Team Manager Aki Ajo emphasized the importance of the data gathered during the race for future improvements.
The 2025 MotoGP season commenced under hot conditions at the Buriram International Circuit in Thailand, where Brad Binder finished 8th after initially starting in 14th place. The event attracted a full-capacity crowd, with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and Red Bull KTM Tech3 achieving two points-scoring finishes with their KTM RC16 motorcycles. Enea Bastianini remarkably secured 9th position in his debut for Red Bull KTM Tech3 after starting from the 20th position.
Maverick Viñales concluded his first race with Red Bull KTM in 16th place, narrowly missing the points. Pedro Acosta, who began from the second row, struggled and ultimately finished 19th after losing ground early in the race. Meanwhile, in the Moto3 category, Jose Antonio Rueda excelled, claiming victory with teammate Alvaro Carpe finishing second, showcasing strong performances for the KTM GP Academy.
Brad Binder commented on the race, saying, “A really long race, for sure. I knew we had to be really easy on the rear tire and I had to be smooth on corner exit. I think we did a pretty good job considering it wasn’t an easy weekend.” Enea Bastianini added, “I think we made a step this morning and I was positive for the race…but I did not expect the top ten.” On his debut, Maverick Viñales expressed, “We have a starting point… I had problems with front grip today.” Pedro Acosta remarked, “A tough day… we need to understand better what is going on.”
Aki Ajo, the Team Manager for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, acknowledged the significance of the first race weekend for gathering information and indicated that improvements are necessary for racing in extreme conditions while remaining competitive in cooler climates. The results from the MotoGP, Moto3, and Moto2 classes revealed significant opportunities for growth and development for the KTM racer line-up in the current championship season.
In summary, the opening round of the 2025 MotoGP season in Thailand showcased competitive performances from the KTM team, with both Brad Binder and Enea Bastianini achieving notable finishes. The challenges posed by the hot weather were evident, yet valuable insights were gained. The team’s focus will now shift to further improvements ahead of the upcoming races, particularly in Argentina, where they aim to build on this initial experience.
Original Source: www.totalmotorcycle.com
