P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Results from the first Practice sessions of 2026 for Moto3 on Friday ahead of the Thailand Grand Prix, which saw David Almansa leading the way after day one.
On the opening day of the Moto3 season, David Almansa set the pace by leading Practice in Buriram ahead of the Thailand Grand Prix, starting off 2026 on a high note with his Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP KTM.
Alvaro Carpe impressed by finishing just 0.078s behind Almansa, claiming the second spot on his Red Bull KTM bike.
Valentin Perrone made a strong move into the top three for Red Bull KTM Tech3 after a slower start, showcasing his potential in the first session.
The battle for top rookie was won by Jesus Rios, who showed promising performance for Rivacold Snipers.
Scott Ogden was the leading British rider in sixth place for CIP Green Power, showcasing a competitive start to the season.
Overall, it was a strong opening day for the 2026 Moto3 rookie riders, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead in the competitive championship.
