The 2025 Moto3 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 Moto3 World Championship, featuring 29 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 Moto3 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. At the time of the practice session, a replacement for Martín had not been announced.
In the lead-up to the session, the press focused on the championship battle in Moto3, particularly José Antonio Rueda’s potential to clinch the title. With an impressive record of eight wins, two second-place finishes, and two third-place finishes, Rueda held a 93-point lead over Ángel Piqueras. He could secure the championship in Mandalika by finishing first and Piqueras third, provided he maintained a sufficient margin over other contenders.
In the MotoGP press conference, riders such as Francesco Bagnaia, Joan Mir, and Franco Morbidelli discussed their expectations for the weekend. Bagnaia acknowledged testing different setups to enhance his confidence and performance, while Morbidelli expressed optimism about his prospects at 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.
