Veda Ega Pratama Makes History with First Indonesian Moto3 Podium at Brazil GP

Goiania, Brazil – In a dramatic Moto3 race at the Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna on Sunday, March 22, 2026, Indonesian rider Veda Ega Pratama etched his name into the history books, securing a third-place finish and becoming the first Indonesian to reach the podium in a Moto3 Grand Prix. The race, punctuated by a red flag incident, ultimately saw CFMoto Aspar Team’s Maximo Quiles take victory, with Marco Morelli finishing second.

Early Race Drama and a Red Flag

Starting from fourth on the grid, Veda Ega Pratama initially made a strong move, climbing to third position. However, contact with rivals saw him drop back to seventh. The 17-year-vintage Honda Team Asia rider then fell as far back as tenth before a pivotal moment shifted the race dynamic: the fall of race leader David Almansa. This incident promoted Veda to ninth, but it was a subsequent red flag that truly reshaped the final laps.

The red flag, deployed on lap 15, brought a temporary halt to the race, bunching up the field and setting the stage for a five-lap sprint to the finish. Quiles had established a significant lead of four seconds before the interruption, but the restart offered Veda Ega Pratama a chance to capitalize on the chaos.

Veda Ega Capitalizes on Restart

When racing resumed, Veda Ega began a determined climb through the field, starting from tenth position. While Quiles quickly reasserted his dominance at the front, Veda steadily gained positions, demonstrating impressive racecraft and determination. He skillfully navigated the pack, ultimately securing a well-deserved third-place finish, trailing Quiles and Morelli across the finish line.

Race Results: Moto3 Brazil 2026

Here’s a look at the top finishers from the Moto3 Brazil 2026 race:

Veda Ega Pratama’s podium finish represents a significant milestone for Indonesian motorsport. Having finished fifth in his debut Moto3 race at the Thailand Grand Prix, this result demonstrates his rapid progress and potential within the championship. The young rider’s performance in Brazil is a testament to the Honda Team Asia’s development program and a source of pride for Indonesian racing fans.

The race too saw several retirements, including Ruche Moodley, Matteo Bertelle and Jesus Rios. David Almansa and Joel Esteban did not finish the race due to crashes.

The Moto3 World Championship continues with the next round scheduled for [Next Race Location – *information not available in provided sources*]. Fans can stay updated on Veda Ega Pratama’s progress and the championship standings through the official MotoGP website: https://www.motogp.com/.

This historic result is sure to inspire a new generation of Indonesian riders and further elevate the profile of motorsport in the country. Veda Ega Pratama’s journey is one to watch closely as he continues to compete at the highest level of motorcycle racing.