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Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Prepare for Phillip Island Showdown

After a one-week break, Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP's Fabio Quartararo and Álex Rins are all ready and fired up for a second-consecutive fly-away double-header: this time with the MotoGP paddock touching down in Australia and Malaysia.

Phillip Island (Australia), 15th October 2025

After a one-week break, the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team have travelled to Phillip Island, Australia, for Round 19 on the 2025 MotoGP Calendar.

Fabio Quartararo commences the Australian GP holding 9th place in the standings. The Frenchman has ridden a MotoGP bike at the Phillip Island track four times before, in 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2024. El Diablo's best score in a full-length race here was the ninth place he secured last year, having started from P18. The Frenchman is keen to place nearer the front of the grid this time to better his chances of improving his track record at this circuit.

Álex Rins holds 19th position in the overall rankings and is aiming to continue the good momentum he gained in Indonesia on Phillip Island this weekend. Like the majority of MotoGP riders, he likes the Australian track for its flowing nature, its scenic position right next to the ocean, and the great atmosphere all round. He has good memories of this place: he stood on the rostrum here three times in a row, taking first place in Moto3 in 2013, third place in Moto3 in 2014, and first place in 2015 in Moto2. He also tasted victory in the premier class on Australian soil: he won the MotoGP Race in 2022.

Phillip Island hosted its first motorcycle race in 1931. In 1956, a permanently constructed circuit started hosting motorcycle events until it fell into disrepair during the late 70s and early 80s. The circuit made a comeback and hosted its first MotoGP events in 1989 and 1990 after extensive renovation and became a regular fixture from 1997 onwards. Thanks to its terrific coastal location and its flowing 4.45km layout, featuring seven left and five right corners and a 900m longest straight, the Phillip Island track is loved by fans and MotoGP riders alike.

The Grand Prix of Australia is held in the GMT+11 time zone. The FP1 will take place on Friday from 10:45-11:30 local track time, followed by the Practice session from 15:00-16:00. On Saturday, FP2 will be held from 10:10-10:40, the qualifying sessions from 10:50-11:30, and the 13-lap Sprint starts at 15:00. On Sunday, Warm Up is held from 09:40-09:50 and the 27-lap Race starts at 14:00.

Massimo Meregalli

Team Director, Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP

"After a week of rest, we arrived in Australia, which in my opinion is one of the nicest circuits on our calendar. However, it's also completely different from the European tracks – it's old-school, with some very fast sections, and it's somewhat unique. This is also why it's enjoyed by many riders, Álex being one of them: this is one of his favourite tracks. Racing in Australia around this time of year does come with some downsides: the weather is unpredictable. Regardless, we will try to prepare for the GP in the best way possible. As always, the goal is to hit the ground running and have both riders in Q2 already by the end of the Friday. In recent years, the results here have not been what we wanted, but we are hoping to break the trend this time round."

Fabio Quartararo

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Rider

"After Mandalika, I went on a short vacation. I enjoyed the break – it was a good opportunity to recharge for the next double-header. We're at that final season 'rush': there are only a few GPs left, all held in a short amount of time, so we want to push to make the most of it. Honestly, Phillip Island is not the best track for me personally, and it's not the most grippy circuit either, but, for sure, we will give it our 100%, as always, to get the best result possible. A good start on the Friday will be important."

Álex Rins

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Rider

"After a one-week break, we are ready to go again. We've been on an upward trajectory since the Japanese GP, and I enjoyed the Race in Indonesia a lot. Having one week off was good to prepare for the upcoming two rounds. I really like the Phillip Island Circuit, so I'm just really looking forward to this race weekend. Let's see what we can do!"

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