Miquel Oliveira takes fifth podium of his career in a day of crashes: Moto3

David Bodapati October 18, 2015

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Phillip Island (Australia), 18 October 2015: Miguel Oliveira of Red Bull KTM Ajo won the MotoGP 3 here on Sunday clocking 37 minutes 34.742 to take his 5th podium of his GP career and moves to 2nd in championship, 40 points from Danny Kent with 50 points and two races remaining in the chamionship.

Spaniard Efren Vasquez of Leopard Racing came second in his Honda while Brad Binder came third. Oliveira had enough in hand around the final corners to win by 0.1s – a monumental margin by this race’s standards – but Vazquez just edged Binder and Navarro in a frantic dash to the line.

Miguel, the Portugal rider moved to the second position behind Danny Kent in the world championship Moto3 standings. Kent crashed out today along with nearest rival before the start of this race, Bastianini.

After the race Oliveira said: “I just realise now the championship is still on. What a crazy race. I noticed the group was not so big but I still wanted to be 1st or 2nd. I could defend the whole lap and I’m so happy, a great win.” On second thoughts, “I am sorry for the results, it happens…” he quipped.

Second place Vazquez said: “I’m really happy with this race. The setting was perfect for the race and to get a podium is great.”

Third-placed Binder feels lucky saying: “The front closed on me at T1, I was so lucky there was extra tarmac there. It was a good race although I’m a bit disappointed with 3rd. I felt strong and pulled back the gap. My bike was amazing, it handled really well. I’m sure I could have done better but…”

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