Brad Binder
South African Brad Binder's meteoric rise through the MotoGP™ ranks began with a stunning Moto3™ title win in 2016. After an impressive campaign in the intermediate class with Red Bull KTM Ajo, he made the jump to the premier class in 2020 and made an instant impact, becoming the first rookie since Marc Marquez to win a race. Although winless in 2022, Binder continued to impress with three podium finishes and several impressive comebacks. With a competitive package, Binder is one to watch in 2023
Rider ProfileSouth African Brad Binder's meteoric rise through the MotoGP™ ranks began with a stunning Moto3™ title win in 2016. After an impressive campaign in the intermediate class with Red Bull KTM Ajo, he made the jump to the premier class in 2020 and made an instant impact, becoming the first rookie since Marc Marquez to win a race. Although winless in 2022, Binder continued to impress with three podium finishes and several impressive comebacks. With a competitive package, Binder is one to watch in 2023
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UNHEARD: "I almost crashed behind you!"
Take a spin with Jorge Martin, Brad Binder and Marc Marquez on their way to the Tissot Sprint podium
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KTM turn Malaysian misfortunes around: "We've got the bike working"
The RC16s look completely different machines to the ones that tested in Sepang in February, with Jack Miller and Brad Binder taking P3 and P4 on Friday
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FREE: The incredible two lap, three-way victory battle in Buriram
It was an instant classic in Thailand as Jorge Martin fended off challenges from Brad Binder and Pecco Bagnaia for a crucial win
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UNHEARD: "The last lap...Mamma mia!"
Go behind the scenes and hear from Jorge Martin, Pecco Bagnaia and Brad Binder after an exhilerating Thai GP in Buriram
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Podium trio rewatch epic Thai GP finale
Before Sunday's Press Conference, Jorge Martin, Pecco Bagnaia and Brad Binder reflect on a gripping race in Buriram
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Binder: Third place is better than a crash
The South African woke up with victory on the mind and crossed the line second, but a last lap infraction saw him demoted to P3
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"Hard moments are tough, but they make you stronger" - Parc Ferme reaction
Hear from Jorge Martin, Pecco Bagnaia and Brad Binder after a sensational premier class race in Thailand
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The reason B. Binder was demoted from P2 to P3
The South African exceeded track limits on the last lap in Thailand, costing him a position and handing crucial points to Pecco Bagnaia
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MUST-SEE: The decisive, winning overtake from Jorge Martin!
The Pramac rider proved his title credentials with a stunning move on Brad Binder to come out on top of a three-way fight for victory in Thailand
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UNHEARD: "This time I won't change anything!"
Join the Tissot Sprint top three on their way to the podium as Jorge Martin promises to not repeat past mistakes in Thailand
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Binder bags another podium: I saw a bobble and that was my opportunity
The South African enjoyed more Sprint success in Thailand, picking up P2, and is now setting his sights on the big Sunday prize
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Martin: My win is only going to motivate Pecco more
The Pramac rider was in a dominant mood and racked up his 7th Tissot Sprint of the year to cut the Championship gap to 18 points
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"My plan was like that" - Tissot Sprint reactions
Martin, Binder and Marini reflect on their podium joy from Saturday's action at the Thai GP
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Divide in KTM over Rugby World Cup final predictions!
There's some extra spice in the KTM box this weekend with Jack Miller backing New Zealand, and Brad Binder a staunch South Africa fan!
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Binder "really happy" following fearless battle with the Ducatis
The KTM star is optimistic ahead of Sunday's Tissot Sprint, and feels the team "deserve a podium" with a bike that "works well with the soft"
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"We are prepared for everything" - Parc ferme reactions
Hear from the front row after Jorge Martin broke his own lap record to seal pole in the Australian GP ahead of Binder and Bagnaia
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
HIGHLIGHTS: Binder spearheads KTM success in dominant display
The South African closes the first day down under with the fastest time, ahead of teammate Miller, with Bagnaia outside the top 10
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Can Binder finally claim his first pole position?
The South African is the fastest on Friday followed by teammate and local hero Miller
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REACTION: Two long laps for Binder after Marini & Oliveira clashes
The South African was penalised twice for separate incidents, and the three riders involved discuss the dramatic moments in Indonesia
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REACTION: A. Espargaro offers apologies to Binder
The Spaniard collected the KTM rider during the Tissot Sprint in Mandalika, and both have their say on the incident