Schedule, entry list and how to follow
MotoGP will hold its final pre-season test of 2026 at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand on 21-22 February. The collective test will precede the opening race of the year, also scheduled in Thailand on 1 March. MotoGP already completed six days of testing at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia earlier this month, […]
2027 MotoGP rules designed to prevent us from «inventing something strange”
Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali believes the new MotoGP technical regulations for 2027 are aimed at simplifying the series and “preventing Ducati from inventing something strange”. The 2026 season marks the last under the current technical regulations, an era that has seen Ducati emerge as a clear dominant force. The Borgo Panigale marque began making strides […]
Casey Stoner leads criticism as Phillip Island’s MotoGP exit draws reaction
MotoGP announced on Thursday that the Australian Grand Prix will move to Adelaide in 2027, as Phillip Island’s contract draws to a close this year. Rumours about a possible relocation of the Australia event to Albert Park in Melbourne had been circulating for some months. It was a proposal that, on paper, seemed to lack […]
Aprilia steps up efforts to lure Francesco Bagnaia for 2027 MotoGP project
Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola is pushing hard to convince two-time champion Francesco Bagnaia to join the Noale factory alongside Marco Bezzecchi next season. Ducati is expected to announce Marc Marquez’s contract renewal for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons in the coming days, a move that would pave the way for the confirmation of Pedro […]
Adelaide set to host the 2027 MotoGP Australian Grand Prix, unveils layout
On Thursday, the Government of South Australia and MotoGP Sports Entertainment presented the project for the street circuit, as Adelaide will take over from the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit as host of the Australian Grand Prix in 2027. The event, held in Adelaide, was led by South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas and Carlos Ezpeleta, Chief Sporting […]
Adelaide bids to host MotoGP’s first-ever street race after Phillip Island exit
On Tuesday, the government of Victoria publicly rejected a proposal from MotoGP Sports Entertainment – the promoter of the MotoGP World Championship, formerly known as Dorna – suggesting that the Australian Grand Prix, held for several decades at Phillip Island, be moved to the Albert Park circuit. The venue, located in central Melbourne, already hosts […]
Australian government rejects MotoGP proposal to race at Albert Park
The Government of Victoria has dismissed a proposal from Dorna, the promoter of the MotoGP World Championship, to stage future editions of the Australian Grand Prix at the Albert Park street circuit in Melbourne. In a statement released on Tuesday, the state that hosts both the motorcycle and Formula 1 grands prix made it clear […]
‘We are in hurry to lay foundations for growth, not monetise MotoGP’
Carlos Ezpeleta’s position as sporting director of MotoGP probably doesn’t fully reflect the influence of the 35-year-old from Madrid. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering and is expected to take over the management of MotoGP from his father, Carmelo Ezpeleta, who has been the CEO of Dorna Sports since the company was founded in […]
How Jorge Lorenzo is pushing Maverick Vinales beyond his limits in MotoGP
Maverick Vinales has offered insights into his new partnership with Jorge Lorenzo, revealing how the three-time MotoGP champion is pushing him to reach levels he wouldn’t otherwise access. Following the end of last season, Vinales signed Lorenzo as his performance coach for 2026, hoping to unlock more speed and ultimately achieve his dream of winning […]