2025 Australian MotoGP Phillip Island Warm-up Results Revealed
Marco Bezzecchi showcased a strong performance in the warm-up session for the 2025 Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island. The Aprilia Factory rider dominated the field, ending with a significant 1-second lead over his competitors. Jack Miller, the home favorite, managed to reduce the gap to 0.4 seconds as the session neared its conclusion.
Finishing the warm-up in the top six were Pedro Acosta, Fabio Quartararo, Raul Fernandez, and standby rider Pol Espargaro. The day’s racing schedule has been postponed by an hour due to severe weather warnings, particularly for high winds.
Francesco Bagnaia’s Challenges
Francesco Bagnaia faced difficulties during the warm-up. His Ducati exhibited significant issues at the final corner, prompting a switch to his spare bike. Unfortunately, this strategy did not yield much improvement, and he ended the session in last place.
Tire Choices and Strategy
Most riders opted for a tire combination of hard front and medium rear, recommended by Michelin for the race. However, Fabio Quartararo seemed to consider a riskier choice with a soft rear tire.
2025 Australian MotoGP Warm-up Results
| Position | Rider | Nationality | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marco Bezzecchi | ITA | Aprilia Factory (RS-GP25) |
| 2 | Jack Miller | AUS | Pramac Yamaha (YZR-M1) |
| 3 | Pedro Acosta | SPA | Red Bull KTM (RC16) |
| 4 | Fabio Quartararo | FRA | Monster Yamaha (YZR-M1) |
| 5 | Raul Fernandez | SPA | Trackhouse Aprilia (RS-GP25) |
| 6 | Pol Espargaro | SPA | Red Bull KTM (RC16) |
Notable Absences
The event sees the absence of several notable riders. Last year’s Australian Grand Prix front-runners, Jorge Martin, Marc Marquez, and Maverick Vinales, are all sidelined due to injuries. Marquez, the reigning world champion, is recovering from surgery for ligament damage to his right collarbone. Meanwhile, Martin is still recuperating from a collarbone fracture, and Vinales has withdrawn due to lingering shoulder issues.
As the MotoGP race is scheduled to start at 3 PM local time, viewers await an exciting showdown at Phillip Island.
