Very positive start for Aprilia Racing at Mandalika

October 3, 2025 Michael Le Pard News

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TWO RS-GP25s STRAIGHT INTO Q2: MARCO BEZZECCHI LEADS PRACTICE, RAÚL FERNÁNDEZ OF TRACKHOUSE MOTOGP TEAM, FIFTH
Aprilia Racing made a very positive start on the first day of practice at the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit. Marco Bezzecchi confirmed his impressive command of the RS-GP25, delivering a strong Friday: third fastest in FP1 and first in practice, where he was also the first rider to break the 1:30 barrier midway through the session.

Raúl Fernández’s performance for the Trackhouse MotoGP Team was also notable, finishing practice in fifth place, thereby joining Bezzecchi in securing direct access to Q2.

A result that is even more significant considering that, due to injuries, only two riders are on track at Mandalika riding the RS-GP25, and both finished in the top five on Friday.
It was a good day. We made some substantial improvements, especially from morning to afternoon. There are still a few matters to sort out, but overall, I’m quite satisfied. The guys did a great job, as always, and now we focus on continuing the work ahead of Saturday.
An excellent start and a very positive Friday, getting off to the right foot already in FP1: Marco was immediately competitive on a track he likes and with a layout that suits Aprilia. We won’t stop here: there are still details to fine-tune, and with Marco’s very clear feedback, we expect to make further progress by Saturday. Confirming the strong connection between bike and rider, Raúl also secured an excellent fifth place.

Posted on October 3, 2025 by Michael Le Pard

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