The 2025 Moto2 Free Practice 1 for the Indonesian Grand Prix took place on October 2 at the Mandalika International Street Circuit in Lombok, Indonesia. This session marked the beginning of the 18th round of the 2025 Moto2 World Championship, featuring 28 riders competing on the 4.3 km (2.6-mile) track. The session commenced at 18:00 local time (11:00 UTC) and concluded at 18:35 local time (11:35 UTC).
Prior to the session, there were no reported injuries among the Moto2 riders. However, in the MotoGP class, Jorge Martín underwent successful surgery on his right collarbone following an injury sustained during the Japanese Grand Prix at Motegi. As a result, he was confirmed to miss the Indonesian Grand Prix at Mandalika.
In the lead-up to the session, the press focused on the championship battle in Moto2, particularly the performance of riders such as Celestino Vietti and Jake Dixon. Vietti, representing Red Bull KTM Ajo, had shown strong performances throughout the season, while Dixon of CFMOTO Aspar Team was considered a potential contender for the podium in Mandalika.
Analysts at the MotoGP studios highlighted the importance of tire management and adapting to the hot and slippery conditions of the Mandalika circuit. They noted that riders would need to balance aggression with caution to optimize their performance throughout the weekend. The unpredictable nature of the track added an element of excitement and uncertainty to the proceedings.
The session was expected to provide valuable data for teams and riders to fine-tune their setups ahead of the qualifying sessions and the main race. The Mandalika circuit’s unique characteristics, including its combination of high-speed straights and technical corners, presented both challenges and opportunities for the riders.
