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Alex Rins admits 2025 was “tough” but Mandalika speed showed he hasn’t “forgotten how to ride”.
Alex Rins acknowledged the challenging 2025 MotoGP season, despite improving his points tally. He finished 19th in the world championship standings and attained his best finish of seventh on the Inline Yamaha M1.
Rins found the season tough due to the bike’s performance, but appreciated the support of his team in difficult times. His standout weekend was in Mandalika, where he secured fourth in FP1 and a season-best qualifying position of fourth.
Qualifying was a weakness for Rins, impacting his race chances, as he often started 15th or lower. Despite this, he aims to regain his winning form in the upcoming V4 project for 2026.
