In the 2025 Argentine Grand Prix, Brad Binder secured 7th, while Pedro Acosta finished 9th, showcasing strong performances for KTM. Jose Antonio Rueda continued his success in Moto3 by achieving a podium finish. Team management is focused on analysis and improvement for upcoming races.
The recent MotoGP™ event at the Termas de Rio Hondo circuit, part of the 2025 season, showcased impressive performances from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Brad Binder and his teammate Pedro Acosta. Binder finished the race in 7th position, further solidifying his standing in the championship, while Acosta followed closely, securing 9th. Their efforts contributed positively to the KTM GP Academy, marked by Jose Antonio Rueda finishing 3rd in the Moto3™ race, thus retaining the championship lead.
Brad Binder, starting from P11, demonstrated remarkable skill in the race, striving to recover lost positions and securing crucial points. His comments reflect a commitment to improving their bike’s performance, stating the need for better rear tire grip to enhance their competitiveness further.
Pedro Acosta acknowledged the challenges faced during the race due to high-pressure issues but expressed optimism about his bike’s performance. He cited minor difficulties at the race’s conclusion, which hindered his ability to keep pace with Binder but maintained confidence in rectifying these issues moving forward.
In the MotoGP™ standings, Maverick Viñales made a noteworthy impact, finishing 13th, demonstrating significant improvement and motivation despite earlier setbacks. Conversely, teammate Enea Bastianini faced an early race exit due to a crash, sharing that he had a promising start until being pushed off track.
Team Manager Aki Ajo remarked on the progress made post a challenging Saturday, celebrating the dual top-ten finishes while emphasizing the need for further analysis to enhance future performances. Results from Moto3™ also highlighted a strong showing for Rueda, who excelled with multiple overtakes, expressing contentment with his podium finish.
The results saw Angel Piqueras from KTM winning the Moto3™ race, while Rueda’s podium finish bolstered his championship position. The Ajo team strategy for Moto2 was less successful, with Deniz Öncü and Collin Veijer finishing in 14th and 24th, respectively, in their race, pointing towards areas needing improvement within the team. Overall, the Argentinian Grand Prix underlined the potential of KTM’s riders in both premier categories, setting the stage for future competitions.
The 2025 Argentine Grand Prix highlighted the solid performances of KTM riders, particularly Brad Binder and Pedro Acosta, who finished in 7th and 9th places respectively. The race revealed areas for development, particularly in tire grip for Binder, while Acosta faced minor race challenges. Additionally, the rising success of Jose Antonio Rueda in Moto3 further emphasizes KTM’s strong showing. Moving forward, continuous analysis of rider performances will be crucial in elevating their standings in the championship.
Original Source: www.totalmotorcycle.com
