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Agius Wins at Phillip Island as Moto2 Title Race Tightens to Two Points

Moreira’s pole and podium leave him two points behind Manuel González with three rounds to run.

Overview

  • Local rider Senna Agius led from the first lap to take a commanding Moto2 victory at Phillip Island.
  • Diogo Moreira converted a record-setting pole into third place, trimming his deficit to the championship leader.
  • Manuel González finished seventh and retained the points lead by a two-point margin over Moreira.
  • David Alonso took second after winning the chase group battle, while Arón Canet faded and now sits 37 points back.
  • Qualifying was chaotic, with Adrián Huertas triggering a red flag after striking a seagull, equipment and crash issues for rivals, and Moreira losing an even faster lap to yellow-flag cancellation.