Martin Storms to Glory at Indonesian Grand Prix, Thrilling Championship Battle Ensues

Jorge Martin clinches his first victory since French GP at the Indonesian Grand Prix, advancing his Championship lead to 21 points. Pedro Acosta and Francesco Bagnaia followed in second and third places. The dramatic race saw multiple incidents, including crashes and technical setbacks.

Jorge Martin of Prima Pramac Racing stormed to victory at the Grand Prix of Indonesia, claiming his first win since the French GP and securing a crucial 25 points for his Championship quest. Starting with a dream launch, Martin took control of the race, extending his championship lead from 12 to 21 points after a faultless performance.

Pedro Acosta of Red Bull GASGAS Tech3 put up an impressive ride to secure second place, pushing himself to fifth in the overall standings. Meanwhile, reigning World Champion Francesco Bagnaia of Ducati Lenovo Team took third after recovering from a challenging start, keeping his title hopes alive.

The race featured dramatic moments, including crashes involving Jack Miller, Alex Marquez, Aleix Espargaro, and Luca Marini on the first lap. Despite these setbacks, Martin set a blistering pace and stayed ahead. The 89 finished 1.404 seconds ahead of Acosta, while Bagnaia showcased resilience, securing crucial points for his Championship campaign.

(With inputs from agencies.)