Indonesian Rider Veda Pratama Secures Historic Moto3 Podium Finish
Goiana, Brazil – Veda Ega Pratama, riding for Honda Team Asia, achieved a historic milestone on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, becoming the first Indonesian racer to secure a podium finish in the Moto3 World Championship. The 17-year-old finished third at the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiana, Brazil.
Race Recap
Veda Ega Pratama started the race from third position on the grid. He initially dropped to tenth place but demonstrated resilience, recovering his position following a red flag incident during the race. According to official Moto3 standings, as of March 24, 2026, Pratama has accumulated 27 points across two races in the 2026 season.
Rising Star: Veda Pratama’s Career
Born on November 23, 2008, in Wonosari, Indonesia, Veda Pratama’s passion for motorcycle racing was ignited by his father, a competitor in the Supersport 600 National Championship. He began riding minibikes at the age of five and quickly demonstrated his talent, winning the Indonesian National Club Underbone Race Championship in 2019. He also competed in the Astra Honda Racing School, securing multiple victories.
Asia Talent Cup Champion
Pratama’s success continued in the Asia Talent Cup. He participated as a wildcard entry in the Indonesian rounds of the 2021 Asia Talent Cup, achieving top-ten finishes in two of the three races contested. In 2022, he secured six podiums, including three race victories, finishing third in the overall standings. He then dominated the 2023 season, winning nine out of twelve races to become the Asia Talent Cup champion – the first Indonesian to achieve this feat. He also finished as runner-up in both the JuniorGP and Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup competitions.
Fan and Sponsor Reaction
Pratama’s podium finish has sparked immense excitement among Indonesian MotoGP fans. Entrepreneur Gilang Widya Pramana, known as Juragan 99, publicly announced a bonus of IDR 25 million (approximately $1,600 USD as of March 24, 2026) to Pratama via Instagram. Automotive entrepreneur Putra Rizky Bustaman, owner of LFN HP969 Racing Team, pledged to gift Pratama a car in recognition of his achievement.
Looking Ahead
Veda Pratama’s performance marks a significant moment for Indonesian motorsports. His success is expected to inspire a novel generation of riders and further elevate the profile of Indonesian talent on the international stage. As he continues to compete in the 2026 Moto3 World Championship, all eyes will be on this rising star.