CF Moto rider Maximo Quiles secured pole position for the Moto3 Netherlands 2026 race at the Assen Circuit, clocking a fastest lap of 1 minute 40.130 seconds. Veda Ega Pratama qualified seventh, successfully advancing through Q1 before securing a spot on the third row of the starting grid.
How did Veda Ega Pratama perform at the Assen Circuit?
Veda Ega Pratama navigated the qualifying stages by first competing in Q1, where he recorded a time of 1 minute 41.090 seconds to finish third. This performance allowed him to advance to the Q2 session. Veda immediately set a competitive pace in Q2 with an initial lap of 1 minute 40.690 seconds, placing him second at that stage. He was unable to improve upon that time during his final six-minute stint, ultimately settling for the seventh starting position.
The Assen Circuit is the venue for the Moto3 Netherlands 2026.
Who leads the Moto3 grid alongside Maximo Quiles?
Maximo Quiles claimed the top spot with a session-best time of 1 minute 40.130 seconds. He is joined on the front row by Joel Kelso and Brian Uriarte. The second row of the grid features Marco Morelli, Adrian Cruces, and David Almansa. Veda Ega Pratama shares the third row with Alvaro Carpe and Guido Pini.
What are the emerging trends in Moto3 qualifying?
Data from the 2026 Assen qualifying session shows the importance of the Q1-to-Q2 transition, a format that forces riders to maintain high intensity throughout the entire qualifying window.
| Position | Rider |
|---|---|
| 1 | Maximo Quiles |
| 2 | Joel Kelso |
| 7 | Veda Ega Pratama |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was Veda Ega Pratama’s final qualifying position?
Veda Ega Pratama qualified in seventh position for the Moto3 Netherlands 2026 race.
Which riders occupy the front row for the race?
The front row consists of Maximo Quiles (pole), Joel Kelso, and Brian Uriarte.
How does the Moto3 qualifying format work?
Riders compete in Q1 to secure one of the top spots to advance to Q2. The fastest riders from Q2 determine the final starting grid order.
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