English Jake Dixon (Kalex) earned his second triumph in the Moto2 class, a victory that underscored his steady consistency this season. The Catalan Grand Prix proved pivotal for the Spanish riders, as Aron Canet (Kalex) climbed to the top of the podium for the first time, signaling a breakthrough performance in front of the Montmelo crowd.
Madrid’s Manu González also surged to the lead in the fifth round, launching from the same starting grid and overtaking Dixon amid the Kalex showcase. Despite sustained pressure from the British contender, González found himself in a fierce duel with Canet, highlighting how tight the pack remained toward the middle stages of the race.
In the middle portion of the event, the Valencian racer overtook González to seize the provisional lead on lap 10, becoming the internal focal point of the contest as the chase intensified. Pedro Acosta (Kalex) then moved up past Dixon, climbing into third place, while Albert Arenas of Girona kept a close watch on the action from just behind on his Kalex.
As the race progressed, Acosta again surged past González on lap 11, the Madrid rider suddenly looking vulnerable as the battle for podium positions crystallized. Dixon watched closely as Acosta pressed Canet, with the pair exchanging positions as the laps wore on. Canet stood his ground on the defensive maneuvers, unwilling to relinquish the advantage that would secure him a maiden victory on home soil. Dixon, meanwhile, stayed within striking distance, mindful of the shifting lead dynamics around the quartet of riders contesting the front with ten laps remaining.
By the fourteenth lap, Acosta had moved up and then briefly dropped to fifth, an indicator of the volatility within the field and the raw pace of the leaders. A warning of sanctions for more than a dozen riders for exceeding course limits briefly interrupted the action, reminding competitors that precision and legality were in play as the race reached its crescendo. A late-race incident on the penultimate lap saw Alonso López (Boscoscuro) collide with González, sending López briefly off the track before recovering and rejoining the fight.
Despite the setback, Acosta remained in contention but could not secure a podium as the final segment unfolded. Dixon and Canet intensified their duel, each displaying the aggressive rhythm that had carried them to the front earlier in the weekend. In the closing stages, Canet’s resolve carried him through Corberán’s challenges, holding firm through the final exchanges to claim the victory. Dixon settled for second, while Arenas finished in third after a determined late push, rounding out a dramatic podium for the Spaniards and illustrating the depth of talent in the Moto2 field this season. The race delivered a compelling showcase of tactical riding, relentless pace, and the ongoing evolution of the Kalex-based teams.
This event highlighted the continuing balance of power among young talents and seasoned competitors alike, with Canet’s breakthrough in Catalonia serving as a clear signal of his potential to challenge the championship contenders in the closing rounds. Dixon, keeping pace with the leaders, demonstrated why he remains a constant threat as the season progresses, while Acosta’s late surges underscored his growing capacity to mix it with the front runners. Arenas’ steady performance kept him in the mix for further opportunities, proving that every race can shift the standings in this competitive category [Citation: Moto2 race report, Catalan Grand Prix coverage].
For fans and analysts, the Catalan Grand Prix offered more than just a race result. It showcased the evolving dynamics of the Moto2 class, the importance of consistent pace, strategic tire management, and the critical importance of clean riding to maintain momentum in a field full of riders hungry for an early season payoff. The event also reinforced the value of a solid Kalex platform, with multiple riders leveraging the chassis to maximize grip and stability through the fast, technical sections that typify this track layout [Citation: Moto2 race report, Gran Prix summary].