2025 Australian MotoGP, Phillip Island: Friday Practice - LIVE
03:05
01:38
Stewards' Decision
The FIM MotoGP Stewards have ruled on the incident between Miguel Oliveira and Alex Marquez, deciding that no further action is required.
01:36
Australian MotoGP: FP1 Results
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01:36
Under Investigation
The stewards are examining the close contact between Miguel Oliveira and Alex Marquez at Turn 1's apex. They will determine if Oliveira slowed down or if Marquez was caught off guard by the speed difference, as his hand gestures suggest the former.
01:32
Miller Time!
Home hero Jack Miller, riding for Pramac Yamaha, sets the fastest time at the end of FP1, showcasing his prowess on the track.
01:31
Scare for Alex Marquez
Alex Marquez narrowly avoided a crash by clipping the back wheel of Miguel Oliveira's Yamaha at Turn 1.
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01:30
Oil flags are now being waved into Turn 1, where Joan Mir experienced an engine issue.
01:29
Engine Failure
Joan Mir's Honda suffered an engine failure, with smoke pouring from the upper exhaust.
01:27
Tire Choices
The soft, medium, and hard front tires, along with the soft rear tire, are the same as last year. However, the medium rear tire has been updated using data from last year's races on the new surface.
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01:26
A Word of Caution
We advise caution regarding the morning's times, as the hard front tire, favored by most riders in last year's races, has yet to be used.
01:23
Alex Marquez and Brad Binder join Bagnaia and Pol Espargaro in using the medium front tire.
01:19
Jorge Martin's Absence
Breaking news from Aprilia: Jorge Martin will miss the Malaysian MotoGP next weekend due to a collarbone injury sustained at Motegi.
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01:17
Good News for Bagnaia and Ducati
Francesco Bagnaia, riding for Ducati, has improved his position to 6th, just 0.373s behind Alex Marquez.
01:16
Zarco's Strong Run
Johann Zarco, riding for Honda, continues his strong performance, currently in 3rd place. The LCR rider is hoping to shine again after recent successes for HRC riders Joan Mir and Luca Marini.
01:14
Bagnaia's Progress
Francesco Bagnaia, using the medium front tire, has moved up to 13th place, 1.3s behind Alex Marquez, the rider he is challenging for second place in the world championship.
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01:13
Alex Marquez's Top Performance
Alex Marquez sets a new lap time of 1m 28.3s, securing the top position. Marco Bezzecchi follows in second, and Pedro Acosta takes third.
01:11
Tire Strategy
Most riders are opting for the soft front and medium rear tire combination. However, Pol Espargaro and Francesco Bagnaia have chosen the medium front tire.
01:09
Final Countdown
20 minutes remaining:
- Brad Binder
- Marco Bezzecchi
- Fabio di Giannantonio
- Fabio Quartararo
- Alex Marquez
- Pedro Acosta
- Jack Miller
- Joan Mir
- Fermin Aldeguer
- Raul Fernandez
- Johann Zarco
- Luca Marini
- Alex Rins
- Enea Bastianini
- Franco Morbidelli
- Miguel Oliveira
- Francesco Bagnaia
- Lorenzo Savadori
- Somkiat Chantra
- Michele Pirro
- Ai Ogura
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01:08
Pedro Acosta's Slide
Pedro Acosta executes a smooth slide through Stoner corner, currently in 6th place for KTM, 0.374s behind Binder.
01:07
Team Manager's Decision
Team manager Davide Tardozzi decides to leave the box and return to the pit wall, ending the discussion.
01:06
Early Woes for Francesco Bagnaia
Despite Ducati's efforts to block the cameras, Bagnaia's bike is shaking violently, as he gestures.
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01:04
Ducati GP25 in the Top 3
Fabio di Giannantonio, riding the Ducati GP25, is in the top 3, surpassing Bagnaia's position.
Bagnaia's Improvement
Bagnaia has shown improvement but is only in 16th place. The Ducati pits display serious expressions as Bagnaia enters.
01:03
Brad Binder's Speed
Brad Binder, rumored to be considering a crew chief change for 2026, goes 0.013s faster than Bezzecchi, taking the lead.
01:02
Marco Bezzecchi's Practice
Marco Bezzecchi is already practicing the long lap loop, which he will need to complete twice on Sunday.
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00:59
Bagnaia's Laps
Bagnaia has completed 4 laps but is still in 20th place.
