Jose Rueda Crowned 2025 Moto3 World Champion amidst Mandalika Race Controversy
Mandalika,indonesia – October 5,2025 - Jose Rueda of Spain secured the 2025 Moto3 World Championship today following a dramatic race at the Pertamina Mandalika Circuit,punctuated by a late-race penalty that reshaped the final standings.The victory marks a historic moment as Rueda becomes the first rider from Seville to claim a Grand Prix world title.
The championship outcome was not without controversy. Alberto Fernandez initially crossed the finish line first, completing the race in 29 minutes and 56.420 seconds. Though, race officials assessed Fernandez a six-second penalty for dangerous maneuvers deemed responsible for an incident involving David Muñoz. This penalty demoted Fernandez in the final results, elevating Rueda to the top step of the podium with a finishing time of 29 minutes and 56.610 seconds.
Luca lunetta finished second, followed closely by Guido Pini in third. The full top-ten results are as follows:
- J. Rueda +0.190
- L. Lunetta +0.564
- G. Pini +0.670
- M. Quiles +3.118
- J. Roulstone +5.518
- A. Piqueras +6.440
- R. Yamanaka +16.417
- S. Nepa +16.909
- J. Kelso +20.603
- A. Fernandez +26.420 (after penalty)
The Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia Moto3 race was broadcast live on Trans7 television and featured on MotoGP’s official X (formerly Twitter) account. The 2025 season concludes with Rueda’s championship win, solidifying his position as a rising star in the world of motorcycle racing.