Australian Riders Shine with Three Front Row Starts on Saturday
Under ideal conditions, the Liqui Moly Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix 2025 at Phillip Island showcased the remarkable talent of Australian riders. These athletes secured impressive qualifications, setting the stage for an exciting race day.
Australian Riders Excel in Qualifying
- Jack Miller: Finished fourth in the MotoGP
Sprint race, competing fiercely against top contenders. - Joel Kelso: Achieved pole position in Moto3, narrowly beating World Champion Jose Antonio Rueda by 0.091 seconds.
- Senna Agius: Qualified for the front row in Moto2, narrowly missing pole position.
Jack Miller’s Strong Performance
Jack Miller demonstrated resilience on his Yamaha in the MotoGP race. He maintained a competitive edge despite slower straight-line speeds compared to rival KTM and Ducati bikes. His performance placed him just behind Pedro Acosta and ahead of Italian racer Fabio Di Giannantonio.
Historic Qualifying for Joel Kelso
Joel Kelso made history by becoming the first Australian to claim pole position in his home Moto3 Grand Prix. The Darwin native’s impressive run on his LevelUp MTA KTM shows great promise as he aims to follow in Jack Miller’s footsteps, who won at Phillip Island in 2014.
Senna Agius and Moto2 Highlights
In Moto2, Senna Agius came close to securing pole but will start from the front row. He faces Brazilian Diogo Moreira, who edged him out. Agius, racing without championship pressures, is expected to pursue every opportunity for victory.
Additionally, Agius will have support on the grid from teammate Manuel Gonzalez, potentially enhancing his chances in the race. Harrison Voight, another Australian rider, qualified for a challenging position, starting from 27th in the QJMotor Frinsa MTI Boscoscuro.
Upcoming Races
The excitement from Saturday’s qualifying will carry over to Sunday’s races, where Australian riders will aim for strong finishes in their respective categories. With three front-row starts, the potential for podium finishes is high as they compete against international competitors.
