Almansa Leads Moto3 Practice at Mandalika
David Almansa was fastest in Friday afternoon Moto3 practice at Pertamina Mandalika Circuit. His 1:37.169 put him ahead of Maximo Quiles by 0.088 second, with Matteo Bertelle third. Almansa also led the opening session earlier in the day.
David Almansa set the quickest Moto3 practice time Friday afternoon at Indonesia’s Pertamina Mandalika Circuit. Riding a KTM for Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP, he covered the 4.30-kilometer course in 1:37.169, leading 26 riders and also topping the earlier session.
Maximo Quiles, the championship leader, ended second, 0.088 second back on his CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar KTM. Matteo Bertelle took third, followed by Alvaro Carpe and Adrian Fernandez. Several notable riders, including Joel Kelso and Eddie O’Shea after Turn 10 crashes, missed direct Q2 passage and will contest Q1.
The result may shape fan interest ahead of qualifying and the race, especially in Indonesia, where MotoGP weekends can draw significant local attention. A close title fight involving Quiles and Almansa could increase engagement among viewers, sponsors, and circuit-related businesses. For riders and teams, Friday form may influence strategy and confidence, though practice outcomes do not guarantee race results.