Indonesian motorcycle racer Veda Ega Pratama secured three points after finishing thirteenth at the Moto3 Austria 2026 race on September 20, 2026, bringing his season total to 100 points, according to reports from detik.com and Otorider.com.
Veda Ega Pratama Breaks Point Drought at Red Bull Ring
Rider Veda Ega Pratama ended a two-race point drought at the Moto3 Austria 2026 event held at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, according to detik.com. Starting from the 19th position on the grid, the Gunungkidul native climbed as high as fourth place by lap 13, as reported by Otorider.com. His previous outings ended without points after finishing 20th at Moto3 Aragon and 18th at Moto3 San Marino, based on data from detik.com.
Track Incidents and Long Lap Penalty in Austria
Veda’s charge toward the front was disrupted on lap 16 following an on-track incident with David Munoz, according to Otorider.com. Detik.com reported that Veda closed the racing line on Munoz at a corner, forcing the Intact GP rider off the track and into a crash against the safety barrier. Race stewards investigated the collision, resulting in a long lap penalty that dropped Veda back through the field to 13th place, where he ultimately crossed the finish line, as detailed by Otorider.com and detik.com.
Moto3 2026 Championship Standings After Austrian Grand Prix
Following the race in Austria, Veda sits eighth in the Moto3 2026 world standings with 100 points, dropping one spot after being overtaken by Malaysia’s Hakim Danish, who holds 101 points, according to Otorider.com. Maximo Quiles leads the championship comfortably with 306 points for the CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team, followed by Alvaro Carpe in second with 175 points, and David Almansa tied with Brian Uriarte at 174 points in third and fourth respectively, based on official standings provided by detik.com.
Did you know? Veda Ega Pratama competes as part of the Honda Team Asia squad in the Moto3 world championship.
Rookie of the Year Battle Across Remaining Rounds
With seven rounds remaining in the 2026 Moto3 season, Veda remains deeply engaged in the fight for the rookie of the year honors against close rivals Brian Uriarte and Hakim Danish, according to racing data. The upcoming schedule offers ample opportunity for the young Indonesian rider to reclaim ground in the standings as the championship moves into its final stretch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points does Veda Ega Pratama have in the Moto3 2026 standings?
According to detik.com and Otorider.com, Veda Ega Pratama has accumulated 100 points following his 13th-place finish at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Who won the Moto3 Austria 2026 race?
Maximo Quiles won the race for the CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team, completing 20 laps in 33 minutes 24,323 seconds, according to Otorider.com.
Why did Veda Ega receive a penalty during the race?
Otorider.com and detik.com reported that Veda received a long lap penalty after closing his racing line and causing David Munoz to crash into the safety barrier on lap 16.
What are your thoughts on Veda’s rookie campaign? Join the discussion below and subscribe to our newsletter for more Grand Prix updates.
Related reading