P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The full starting grid for the 2025 Malaysia MotoGP Sprint race.
Francesco Bagnaia secured his third consecutive Sepang pole position for the 2025 Malaysian MotoGP Sprint race after a challenging Qualifying 1 session.
The front row features Alex Marquez and Franco Morbidelli, both from Gresini and VR46 teams, respectively, forming an all-Ducati lineup.
Fabio Quartararo was poised to challenge Bagnaia’s pole position but lost ground in the final sector of his last lap, starting row two alongside Pedro Acosta and Fermin Aldeguer.
Row three showcases Joan Mir and Johann Zarco’s Hondas, separated by Fabio di Giannantonio of VR46.
The grid includes names like Alex Rins, Jack Miller, and Pol Espargaro, with Luca Marini leading row five alongside Marco Bezzecchi and Raul Fernandez.
The 23-rider field is completed by Augusto Fernandez on the new Yamaha V4, with the Sprint race, free of grid penalties, scheduled to start at 3 pm local time.
