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South African rookie Brad Binder claims shock win at Czech Grand Prix

KTM rider Brad Binder claimed his first MotoGP victory at the Czech Republic Grand Prix in Brno on Sunday, while championship leader Fabio Quartararo finished a disappointing seventh.

With nine laps remaining, South African rookie Binder overhauled early leader Franco Morbidelli of Petronas Yamaha before holding sealing the victory in only his third start in the premier class.

The result also represents a first MotoGP win for KTM since making its full-time debut in 2017.