Aussie Rider Secures Exciting Pole Position at Moto3 Phillip Island

Joel Kelso, a LevelUp MTA rider, achieved a historic milestone by securing pole position at the Moto3 race in Phillip Island. He clocked a remarkable time of 1:34.056 on his sixth lap. This victory marks Kelso’s first career pole at his home race.

Runners-up and Their Performances

Following closely behind Kelso was Spain’s Jose Antonio Rueda, representing Red Bull KTM Ajo, who finished second with a time of 1:34.147, just 0.091 seconds behind. Luca Lunetta from SIC58 Squadra Corse rounded out the front row, finishing third with a time of 1:34.281.

Key Details of the Qualifying Round

Kelso attributed his success to a strategic tow provided by his teammate, Matteo Bertelle, who qualified fifth. Bertelle’s performance helped Kelso gain vital time on the main straight, while the Australian weather conditions were deemed optimal for racing.

Inspiration from Peers

Kelso drew motivation from fellow Australian Jack Miller, who secured third place earlier in the day. He expressed his commitment to representing Australian riders and aimed for the lap record during qualifying.

Other Noteworthy Competitors

• Jacob Roulstone placed 13th on the Red Bull KTM Ajo team with a best time of 1:34.979.
• New Zealand’s Cormac Buchanan finished in 17th for Denssi Racing BOE with a time of 1:35.140.

Upcoming Race Schedule

The Moto3 race is set to commence on Sunday at 12 PM AEDT, promising an exciting showdown on the Phillip Island circuit.

Qualifying Results Summary

With this impressive performance, Joel Kelso is set to be a significant contender in the upcoming Moto3 race at Phillip Island.