Overview
- The 20-year-old Gresini rookie pulled clear after an early duel with Pedro Acosta, who finished second ahead of Alex Marquez.
- Marco Bezzecchi clipped Marc Marquez’s rear wheel on the opening lap, sending both riders crashing out.
- Marc Marquez said he suspects ruptured ligaments in his right shoulder and will return to Madrid for evaluation.
- Alex Marquez strengthened his hold on second in the championship as Francesco Bagnaia crashed out.
- Factory Ducatis struggled in Mandalika’s heat while Gresini and Aprilia set the pace, with Bezzecchi taking pole and the sprint as Jorge Martin remained sidelined and is also out of Australia.