Get ready for an explosive MotoGP finale! The 2025 season is reaching its climax, and the iconic Phillip Island in Australia is set to host the penultimate race, promising an unforgettable spectacle.
The Battle for Second: With Marc Marquez, the newly crowned champion, sitting out due to an injured shoulder, all eyes are on the fight for the runner-up spot. Francesco Bagnaia, after a high in Japan, faces a challenge to secure his position after a disappointing race in Indonesia. Alex Marquez, currently in second place, aims to repeat his podium performance, while Ducati's test rider Michele Pirro steps in for Marc.
But here's where it gets interesting: Fermin Aldeguer, Alex Marquez's teammate, stole the show last time, becoming the second-youngest MotoGP winner. He's gearing up for Australia, having won the 2023 Moto2 Grand Prix at Phillip Island. Can he end his rookie year with a bang?
Aprilia's Ups and Downs: Despite good form, Marco Bezzecchi's clash with Marquez in Indonesia cost him a chance to battle for P3. He'll aim to recapture that pace at Phillip Island, joined by Lorenzo Savadori. Aprilia's other rider, Ai Ogura, is uncertain, but his teammate Raul Fernandez impressed in Indonesia, securing a double top-ten finish.
KTM's Podium Push: With two KTMs in the top four for the second time in four GPs, the Austrian manufacturer is on a roll. Pedro Acosta, in second last time, is closing in on Bezzecchi, while his teammate Brad Binder seeks his first podium since last year's Lusail race. Enea Bastianini, who was on the Sprint podium at Phillip Island last year, aims to recover from his Indonesia DNF.
The Outsiders and Mandalika Surprises: Franco Morbidelli and Fabio Di Giannantonio have been consistent top-ten finishers but are yet to secure a Sunday podium. Aldeguer is hot on their trail, and further back, Fabio Quartararo, the newest MotoGP winner, aims to break into the top six Down Under. Johann Zarco, the 2023 Australian GP winner, rounds out the top ten, while Alex Rins and Jack Miller, always a star at his home event, are expected to be in the mix.
And this is the part most people miss: Luca Marini and Joan Mir, both on the podium in recent rounds, are dark horses in the battle for P5. Miguel Oliveira, with points in the last five GPs, and Somkiat Chantra, with three consecutive points finishes, are also ones to watch.
Phillip Island is renowned for its dramatic finishes, wild last-lap battles, and unpredictable winners. It's an unmissable event! Tune in this weekend for the Liqui Moly Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, where the season's final chapters will be written.
