Almansa Fastest in Moto3 FP1 at Mandalika

David Almansa set the quickest Moto3 FP1 time at Mandalika, 1:37.515. Alvaro Carpe was second and Maximo Quiles third. Joel Kelso and Eddie O'Shea completed the top five.
At Indonesia’s Pertamina Mandalika Circuit, David Almansa led Friday morning Moto3 FP1. The Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP rider used control tires supplied by Pirelli on his KTM to lap the 4.30-kilometer course in 1:37.515, ahead of 25 other entrants.
Alvaro Carpe, on a Red Bull KTM Ajo machine, was next at 1:38.041. Maximo Quiles took third for CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team, while GRYD Racing Honda teammates Joel Kelso and Eddie O’Shea filled the next two spots.
This opening session may shape fan attention and local interest around the Indonesian Grand Prix weekend. Strong early pace from Almansa and his rivals could boost visibility for Moto3 riders, teams, and sponsors, while Mandalika’s hosting role may bring tourism and community engagement. For viewers, the results offer an early form guide, though practice outcomes do not determine race results. The broader impact likely remains within motorsport audiences and the regional event economy.