Pedro Acosta from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing finished 9th in the MotoGP Sprint in Argentina, showcasing his skills after qualifying 5th. Teammate Brad Binder faced an unfortunate DNF on lap one, while Enea Bastianini and Maverick Viñales had challenging races, finishing 14th and 18th, respectively. The performances highlight areas for technical improvement ahead of upcoming races.
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Pedro Acosta achieved a commendable 9th place in the second Sprint of 2025 at the Termas de Rio Hondo circuit in Argentina, showing promising performance. He had initially qualified 5th, outperforming Enea Bastianini, who qualified 14th, while Brad Binder faced disqualification due to an incident on the first lap.
During the 12-lap Sprint, Acosta displayed strong racing instincts, reaching as high as 5th before finishing 9th. His start from the second row was strategic, and he demonstrated his ability to adapt to the changing track conditions. Despite facing a challenging race, he secured valuable championship points.
Brad Binder showed potential after making successful adjustments to his KTM RC16, yet his race ended prematurely on the first lap with a crash. Enea Bastianini improved from a 21st place qualification to finish in 14th, indicating a slipstream of progress. Maverick Viñales also struggled, concluding the race in 18th position.
Acosta remarked, “Difficult to understand the Sprint today. We need to work out how to put more traction and drive on the ground,” indicating areas for improvement ahead of future races. Meanwhile, Binder expressed frustration over his DNF, stating, “Definitely a shorter race than I would have liked.” Bastianini’s insights pointed to the need for further refinement of bike settings.
In terms of qualifying results, Marc Marquez secured pole position while Acosta’s performance reaffirmed his competitive edge in the field. The tight-knit competition showcased agility among the riders, hinting towards a thrilling season ahead as it progresses into longer race formats.
Pedro Acosta’s 9th place finish in the Sprint in Argentina highlights his growing prowess in MotoGP. Despite challenges faced by his teammates, including Binder’s DNF and Bastianini’s struggles, the team remains optimistic. Key improvements in traction and bike settings are crucial for future races. The ongoing season promises to deliver more competitive racing as the teams analyze their performances and strategies moving forward.
Original Source: www.totalmotorcycle.com
