Veda Ega Pratama Makes History with First Indonesian Moto3 Podium at Brazil 2026

Jakarta, Indonesia – Indonesian racer Veda Ega Pratama achieved a landmark victory at the Moto3 Brazil Grand Prix 2026, held at the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiania on March 22, 2026. Pratama secured a third-place finish, marking the first time an Indonesian rider has reached the podium in a Moto3 competition.

Race Recap: A Dramatic Day in Brazil

Veda Ega Pratama started the race from the fourth grid position, behind Joel Esteban, Valentin Perrone, and Hakim Danish . The race was filled with challenges, including an early drop to seventh and then tenth place due to contact with competitors. A pivotal moment came with a crash involving race leader David Almansa, creating an opportunity for advancement.

A red flag incident on the 15th lap reshaped the competition, leading to a final five-lap sprint. Pratama capitalized on the changing circumstances, steadily climbing through the field. Maximo Quiles initially held a significant lead before the race was halted, but ultimately Quiles secured the victory, followed by Marco Morelli. Pratama’s determined ride secured him the third-place finish .

From Rookies Cup Rivalry to Moto3 Success

The success of both Veda Ega Pratama and Hakim Danish, who finished 10th in the race, highlights their competitive history. Both riders are graduates of the 2025 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, where they fiercely contested for the championship. Veda Ega finished as runner-up in the 2025 Rookies Cup, with Hakim Danish in third place .

Expert Analysis and Future Prospects

According to former Malaysian Moto3 racer Zulfahmi Khairuddin, Hakim Danish is on the right track and has the potential to achieve at least one podium finish this season. He praised Danish’s determination and the strength of his team .

Veda Ega Pratama rides for Honda Team Asia. He qualified for the race with a time of 1 minute 26.506 seconds, placing him just behind pole position holder Joel Esteban’s 1 minute 26.241 seconds .

Key Takeaways

• Veda Ega Pratama became the first Indonesian rider to reach the podium in a Moto3 race.
• The Moto3 Brazil 2026 race featured a red flag incident and a dramatic final sprint.
• Both Veda Ega Pratama and Hakim Danish are rising stars from the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup.

“It’s an incredible feeling,” Pratama stated after the race, celebrating his breakthrough achievement . This result marks a significant milestone for Indonesian motorcycle racing and signals a promising future for Veda Ega Pratama in the Moto3 World Championship.