Veda Ega Pratama produced a standout qualifying performance to claim pole position for the 2026 Australian Moto3 Grand Prix. It is the first pole of the Indonesian rider's grand prix career. He worked his way to the fastest lap of the session to edge out more established rivals in the class. The result puts him at the front of the grid for the race at the Australian round. His pace drew praise from team personnel trackside after the session. Starting from pole gives him a clean line into the first corner. Rivals will now have to chase him at the start rather than dictate the race from ahead. A strong opening lap on race day could set the tone for the whole Moto3 field.