David Alonso wins Moto2 race at Assen, celebrates breakthrough victory

Colombian rider David "Davidillo" Alonso, 20, claimed his first Moto2 victory at the Dutch TT in Assen. The win follows his 2022 Red Bull Rookies Cup championship and comes after a season hampered by injuries. Alonso said, “There is nothing like winning, winning changes your life,” reflecting the emotional impact of the triumph.

The victory marks a key milestone in Alonso’s progression toward MotoGP, with team manager ‘ET’ highlighting his promising talent. He finished ahead of rivals Gonzá ez and Senna Agius after a dramatic final lap that saw the three riders narrowly avoid an incident on the chicane.

Alonso’s success adds to the excitement of the Assen weekend, where the Moto2 class showcased intense competition and underscored his potential to become a future star of the premier class.