P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The MotoGP 2025 season finale yielded an increasingly familiar winner – but a new first-place name with our rider rankings
The MotoGP 2025 season finale featured a new first-place winner in our rider rankings, the 11th different rider to achieve this across 22 rounds. He dominated the performance with a 4th place in Qualifying, 4th in Sprint, and 2nd in the GP itself.
Raul Fernandez, candidate number three for first place, proved to be the right choice after a last-minute entry into contention. Despite a shoulder injury causing trouble, his strong performance in Q1 and Q2 showcased his talent, ultimately leading the Aprilia in the sprint.
Pedro Acosta displayed superiority over other KTMs at Valencia, finishing the season as the top KTM rider with a remarkable performance in both qualifying and the race, despite some setbacks.
Marco Bezzecchi demonstrated impressive resilience throughout the weekend, securing a 5th in Qualifying, 2nd in Sprint, and 4th in the GP, solidifying his position as a standout rider in the second half of the campaign.
Fabio Di Giannantonio stood out as the leading Ducati rider with an assertive performance guided by Marquez’s reference on Friday, culminating in a 2nd place in Qualifying, 1st in Sprint, and 6th in the GP, showcasing a strong weekend overall.
