Guevara Wins Moto2 at Mandalika, Cuts Gonzalez's Championship Lead
Izan Guevara won the 22-lap Moto2 race at Mandalika on Sunday, beating Manuel Gonzalez by 3.570 seconds. Daniel Holgado finished third, while American Joe Roberts was among riders involved in a Turn 1 crash and did not finish. Gonzalez still leads the championship with 265.5 points, 5.5 ahead of Guevara.
The Mandalika round unfolded over 22 laps at Indonesia’s Pertamina Mandalika Circuit. Guevara’s winning margin was 3.570 seconds, with Gonzalez second and Holgado third. Agius took fourth, while Muñoz completed the top five. The race was red-flagged after a first-corner incident involving four riders, including Roberts, Holgado, Alonso, and Veijer.
All four were able to reach the pit lane and appeared largely unhurt. Alonso could not restart because of severe damage, and Roberts later withdrew before the restart with a rear-brake issue. Escrig had led late but lost the chance on the penultimate lap, allowing Guevara to secure a third consecutive victory.
Guevara’s win may energize Spanish and Moto2 fans, while Gonzalez’s shrinking lead could heighten interest in the remaining rounds. The Mandalika race could bring visibility to Indonesian motorsport and its fans, though the Turn 1 crash may prompt renewed attention to rider safety among teams and organizers. Sponsors and broadcasters may benefit from a tighter title fight, but the season’s outcome remains uncertain.