Brad Binder finished 7th in the Argentine Grand Prix, while teammate Pedro Acosta finished 9th. Maverick Viñales placed 13th, Enea Bastianini 18th, and Jose Antonio Rueda achieved 3rd in Moto3™, leading the championship. Positive feedback from the riders and team manager indicates growth and development for upcoming races.
During the 2025 Argentine Grand Prix, MotoGP™ took place at the Termas de Rio Hondo circuit, where Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Brad Binder achieved notable success by finishing 7th in the race. His teammate, Pedro Acosta, also performed well, securing 9th place while the KTM GP Academy celebrated Jose Antonio Rueda’s impressive fight for victory in Moto3™, where he finished 3rd.
Binder started from P11 and executed a commendable performance throughout the race, successfully regaining positions over the course of the event. In contrast, Acosta earned eight points, having also finished 9th in the Saturday Sprint and matched that again on Sunday.
Maverick Viñales demonstrated a solid race aboard his Red Bull KTM Tech3 RC16, finishing in 13th, while his teammate Enea Bastianini placed 18th as they both adapted to their new environment in the 2025 season. Additionally, the KTM GP Academy saw Rueda claim his second podium appearance, maintaining his lead in the Moto3™ championship.
Brad Binder commented on his performance, stating, “I am happy because I gave absolutely everything I had from the first lap. …Once we do that then life will get much easier for us.” Pedro Acosta expressed his satisfaction with the bike’s improvement while also addressing challenges during the race. He stated, “My race was more a handicap of high pressure in the front… I do not think it is something important.”
Maverick Viñales described the weekend as important, indicating positive trends for future races: “I rode the bike a lot better in the race and this gives us motivation for the next one… I felt an improvement.” Bastianini mentioned an unfortunate early crash but noted a solid pace despite difficulties.
Aki Ajo, the Team Manager, recognized the progress made despite challenges faced in previous races, emphasizing the importance of analysis for future races. “…of course, it is not what we want. After the extreme conditions in Thailand, we have more important information here.”
In summary, the Argentine Grand Prix showcased the potential of the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing and KTM GP Academy teams with strong performances and valuable insights for the season ahead. Brad Binder and Pedro Acosta’s placements in the championship standings highlight their competitive spirit, reflecting a bright outlook for the future.
The 2025 Argentine Grand Prix saw remarkable performances from the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team, highlighted by Brad Binder’s 7th place finish. Pedro Acosta also shone with a 9th place finish, along with commendable performances from Maverick Viñales and Enea Bastianini. Jose Antonio Rueda’s achievement in Moto3™, coupled with insightful remarks from team members, indicates a positive trajectory moving forward as the team continues to develop their strategies for the season.
Original Source: www.totalmotorcycle.com
