Raul Fernandez achieved a historic milestone by securing his first victory in the MotoGP premier class at the Australian Grand Prix held at Phillip Island. This win marked a significant achievement not only for Fernandez but also for the Trackhouse team, which made its MotoGP debut last year.
Key Highlights from the Australian Grand Prix
- Winner: Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Aprilia)
- Second Place: Fabio Di Giannantonio (VR46 Ducati)
- Third Place: Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia)
- Date of Event: October 19, 2025
- Location: Phillip Island, Australia
Fernandez controlled the race after benefiting from Bezzecchi’s penalties. Initially, Bezzecchi claimed the lead, while Fernandez battled with Pedro Acosta for second. Early on, Bezzecchi received a long-lap penalty after a collision with Marc Marquez at Mandalika, enabling Fernandez to take the lead.
Race Dynamics
Bezzecchi served his long-lap penalty on lap five, losing valuable time and emerging in third place. As he struggled with the penalties, Fernandez began to extend his lead. By lap 12, he was comfortably ahead, demonstrating a strong performance on the Aprilia RS-GP.
As the race progressed, Alex Marquez attempted to close the gap, but Fernandez maintained a substantial lead of over three seconds at one point. In the closing laps, Di Giannantonio managed to cut down the gap but could not contend for the lead.
Final Standings
| Position | Rider | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raul Fernandez | Trackhouse Aprilia |
| 2 | Fabio Di Giannantonio | VR46 Ducati |
| 3 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia |
| 4 | Alex Marquez | Gresini Ducati |
| 5 | Pedro Acosta | KTM |
Fernando’s victory establishes a new chapter for Trackhouse in MotoGP. This event not only showcases his talent but also highlights the competitive landscape of the championship, reflecting the ongoing battles for points and performance among teams and riders.
The race also had its share of challenges, with notable DNFs including Pecco Bagnaia and Joan Mir. Despite these setbacks, Fernandez’s win remains a celebrated moment in the season, signaling his rise in the MotoGP ranks. With Bezzecchi now surpassing Bagnaia in the championship standings, the competition for podium finishes continues to intensify.
