The greatest comeback in sporting history is complete: Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) has clinched his seventh MotoGP World Championship, securing the crown with five rounds still to go in the 2025 season. Now, the spotlight shifts to Lombok, Indonesia, as the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia at Mandalika promises fireworks across the standings.

Marquez Returns to Mandalika with No Title Pressure

Marquez may be free of championship stress, but Mandalika remains unfinished business. The #93 has never reached the chequered flag in a MotoGP race here, with 2022’s highside at Turn 7 still etched in memory. A victory this weekend would equal Valentino Rossi’s record of 23 different circuits conquered, and bring him within touching distance of Mick Doohan’s all-time tally of 24. With the pressure off, Marquez could be unleashed in Lombok.

Bagnaia Back in Business After Motegi Double

Teammate Francesco Bagnaia reignited his season in Japan, scoring his first Sprint win of 2025 and following it up with a Grand Prix victory. The two-time World Champion now aims to close the gap to second overall. Bagnaia has proven form at Mandalika, winning from P13 on the grid in 2023 and standing on the podium last year. A showdown with Marquez could be on the cards.

Silver Medal Showdown: Alex Marquez vs Bagnaia

Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) remains a strong contender for second place in the standings, holding 66 points over Bagnaia. But with Pecco’s resurgence, the battle for silver looks set to intensify. Behind them, Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) continues his push for P3 after a fighting performance at Motegi.

Fight for Fifth: Morbidelli, Acosta, and Diggia Locked in a Scrap

The battle for fifth overall is boiling over. Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) leads by a single point from Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), while teammate Fabio Di Giannantonio lurks just 14 points further back. Add in Fabio Quartararo and rookie Fermin Aldeguer, and the chase for top-five honors promises fierce racing in Lombok.

Honda Resurgence: Joan Mir Eyes More Podiums

Joan Mir (Honda HRC Castrol) stunned with his first podium for Honda at Motegi. With improved pace, he could mount a late-season charge toward the top ten. Teammate Luca Marini, polesitter at Mandalika in 2023, and Johann Zarco (CASTROL Honda LCR) are also hoping to capitalize on Honda’s momentum.

Yamaha, KTM, and Aprilia Riders Looking for Redemption

Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP) looks to bounce back after chain failure in Japan, while teammate Miguel Oliveira, the inaugural Mandalika GP winner in 2022, seeks to extend his points streak. Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP), Maverick Viñales (Red Bull KTM Tech 3), and Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP Team)also aim for redemption in Lombok. Meanwhile, Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) is sidelined after collarbone surgery, leaving Aprilia a man down.

What’s at Stake in Lombok

While the 2025 MotoGP World Championship title is settled, the fight for second place, the Independent Rider crown, and the Team Championship for Ducati Lenovo are still wide open. With Mandalika’s unpredictable history and passionate Indonesian fans ready to roar, the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia promises a weekend of high drama.

MotoGP returns to the island of Lombok this weekend — and with glory, redemption, and pride on the line, the Mandalika showdown is not to be missed.