Guevara Claims Moto2 Pole at Mandalika
Izan Guevara secured Moto2 pole position at Pertamina Mandalika Circuit on Saturday. Alex Escrig qualified second, followed by David Alonso and Daniel Holgado. Daniel Munoz completed the top five.
Izan Guevara, competing for BLU CRU Pramac Yamaha Moto2, set the fastest qualifying time in Moto2 Q2 at Pertamina Mandalika Circuit on Saturday. The Indonesian round's pole came after David Alonso had led the final practice session earlier in the day.
Alex Escrig of KLINT Racing Team qualified second. CFMOTO Power Electronics Aspar Team's David Alonso and Daniel Holgado were next, while Italtrans Racing Team's Daniel Muñoz rounded out the top five. The article was published October 9, 2026.
Guevara's pole may boost visibility for Moto2 and its teams, giving fans in Indonesia and beyond a race storyline to follow. Sponsors, broadcasters, and circuit organizers could see increased engagement around the Mandalika round, while riders' results may shape career opportunities. For spectators, the qualifying outcome adds anticipation for the race, though its broader social effect is likely limited to motorsport audiences and regional tourism.