MotoGP United States Grand Prix 2026 – Circuit, Schedule, & Preview
The MotoGP Grand Prix of the United States hit the calendar, with the Circuit of the Americas hosting the race. The MotoGP premier-class race is expected to be a turning point, where certain riders will potentially make a comeback. Riders like Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, and Alex Marquez were fading. That being said, riders like Marco Bezzecchi, Jorge Martin, and Pedro Acosta are showing a revamped style. Nevertheless, we have given the race schedule, circuit info, and a preview of the upcoming United States GP.
The MotoGP United States Grand Prix is ready to present the asphalt for the roaring MotoGP riders. Marc Marquez is far from his previous season’s form, finishing 4th at the Brazilian GP after a poor previous race. Meanwhile, Marco Bezzecchi is making a slow and steady comeback, winning two grand prix races back-to-back. Jorge Martin, on the other hand, is recovering from his setbacks. But still, he says that he has lost some of his prime ability. The previous season was truly a test of time for the Aprilia rider. Besides, the fan-favorite Italian, Francesco Bagnaia, is still finding his form after a not-so-laudable 2025 season. Overall, the riders are ready to face the MotoGP United States Grand Prix, expecting high-speed cornering and overtakes.
Brazilian GP: An Overview
It was a phenomenal weekend for the Aprilia team as both riders got first and second spots, respectively. The Ayrton Senna Autodrome sparked an electrifying race that propelled the leading riders to pursue P1. Marco Bezzecchi got the 1st position finish for the second time this season. He won despite starting behind Fabio Di Giannantonio on the grid. Following that, Jorge Martin finished second, earning more points for Aprilia. Simultaneously, Marc Marquez’s quest for P1 was so intense, but he missed the podium by 4.089 seconds behind Fabio Di Giannantonio. Marc was clearly ahead of Jorge Martin and Giannantonio, but he lost his position on the successive laps. Despite getting the pole position, Giannantonio failed to sustain his edge in the race. Fabio Di Giannantonio started from the pole position, but he left his spot to Bezzecchi even before a turn. Ultimately, Marco Bezzecchi won the Brazilian GP.
MotoGP United States Grand Prix 2026 Schedule
March 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Track Time
Category
Session
11:30–12:00
MotoGP
GearUp
12:00–12:45
MotoGP
Pre-Event Press Conference
09:00–09:35
Moto3
Free Practice Nr. 1
09:50–10:30
Moto2
Free Practice Nr. 1
10:45–11:30
MotoGP
Free Practice Nr. 1
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
Track Time
Category
Session
12:05–12:25
Baggers
Free Practice Nr. 1
13:15–13:50
Moto3
Practice
14:05–14:45
Moto2
Practice
15:00–16:00
MotoGP
Practice
16:25–16:45
Baggers
Free Practice Nr. 2
08:40–09:10
Moto3
Free Practice Nr. 2
09:25–09:55
Moto2
Free Practice Nr. 2
10:10–10:40
MotoGP
Free Practice Nr. 2
10:50–11:05
MotoGP
Qualifying Nr. 1
March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
Track Time
Category
Laps
Session
11:15–11:30
MotoGP
Qualifying Nr. 2
12:10–12:30
Baggers
Qualifying Practice
12:45–13:00
Moto3
Qualifying Nr. 1
13:10–13:25
Moto3
Qualifying Nr. 2
13:40–13:55
Moto2
Qualifying Nr. 1
14:05–14:20
Moto2
Qualifying Nr. 2
15:00
MotoGP
10 Laps
Tissot Sprint
16:10
Baggers
7 Laps
Race Nr. 1
09:45
Baggers
7 Laps
Race Nr. 2
10:40–10:50
MotoGP
Warm Up
Circuit of the Americas – Circuit Features and Info
The Circuit of the Americas was built by the legendary race circuit engineer Hermann Tilke in 2013. Soon after its opening, the circuit got attention due to its peculiar nature. It became one of the fan favorite circuits on the calendar. The track has 20 corners that have range and variety. It has an elevation of approximately 41 meters that ends in a dramatic incline. The circuit’s range has narrow turns, fast straights, and sweeping corners.
The track extends up to 5.51 km, with a width of 15 metres. It is a left-dominant circuit with 11 left corners and 9 right corners. The longest straight is up to 1.2 km, making it one of the best circuits for motorsport. Currently, Marc Marquez holds multiple records, such as best race lap, most poles, and most wins.
Race Distance
104.75 Kilometres
Number of Laps
19
Circuit Length
5.51 Kilometres
How to Watch the United States Grand Prix 2026?
Indians can stream the United States GP on the FanCode app. You can also watch the race on the Eurosport television network.
In the United States, you can watch the MotoGP United States Grand Prix race on FS1 and FS2. In addition, you can watch the United States Grand Prix on the official MotoGP streaming channel.
Fans in the UK can stream the United States Grand Prix on TNT Sports. In France, fans can stream the MotoGP United States Grand Prix on Canal+. Sky Sport network telecasts the MotoGP United States Grand Prix live.
Visit the official website to know the streaming options for the MotoGP United States Grand Prix in different countries.
Expected Teams and Riders
Team
Rider
Country
CASTROL Honda
Johann Zarco
France
Prima Pramac Yamaha
Toprak Razgatlioglu
Türkiye
Honda HRC Castrol
Luca Marini
Italy
Pro Honda LCR
Diogo Moreira
Brazil
Red Bull KTM Tech3
Maverick Viñales
Spain
Monster Energy Yamaha
Fabio Quartararo
France
Pertamina Enduro VR46
Franco Morbidelli
Italy
Red Bull KTM Tech3
Enea Bastianini
Italy
Trackhouse MotoGP Team
Raul Fernandez
Spain
Red Bull KTM Factory
Brad Binder
South Africa
Honda HRC Castrol
Joan Mir
Spain
Red Bull KTM Factory
Pedro Acosta
Spain
Monster Energy Yamaha
Alex Rins
Spain
Prima Pramac Yamaha
Jack Miller
Australia
Pertamina Enduro VR46
Fabio Di Giannantonio
Italy
BK8 Gresini Racing
Fermin Aldeguer
Spain
Ducati Lenovo Team
Francesco Bagnaia
Italy
Aprilia Racing
Marco Bezzecchi
Italy
BK8 Gresini Racing
Alex Marquez
Spain
Trackhouse MotoGP Team
Ai Ogura
Japan
Aprilia Racing
Jorge Martin
Spain
Ducati Lenovo Team
Marc Marquez
Spain
MotoGP United States Grand Prix Preview
Marco Bezzecchi
Marco Bezzecchi is the current sensation in the MotoGP 2026 season, winning two Grand Prix races. He is an aggressive rider who keeps his senses active at crucial moments. Previously, Marco Bezzecchi finished sixth in this circuit in the previous season. Now, Bezzecchi has improved his rear tyre management a lot. In addition, he is also in a positive momentum, gained from his recent wins. He has a late-braking approach that will gain him more duration after the long straight. The Italian rider is also good at overtaking, giving him an overall edge in this race. Marco Bezzecchi is expected to finish 1st in this MotoGP United States Grand Prix.
Marc Marquez
Marc Marquez has an extremely calculated riding style with a unique braking style. He frequently uses his bodyweight to maximize lean angles. It allows him to maintain the speed while taking on corners. Recently, he has adapted his style to a smoother way, causing a slight deviation in his last race. The Circuit of the Americas is a suitable track to exercise his skills. Hence, Marc Marquez is sure about getting a podium.
Jorge Martin
Jorge Martin is unbelievably consistent in the last two races. His form is significantly better than his performance last season. Although his style prioritizes aggression, he remains composed under pressure. Similar to Marc Marquez, Jorge Martin also excels in lean-angle turns. He uses aggressive braking early in the race to gain stability. However, he shifts to a smooth braking style to overtake. So, Jorge Martin will finish 3rd, thereby winning a podium in this MotoGP United States Grand Prix.
Conclusion
The upcoming MotoGP United States Grand Prix is scheduled to begin on 26th March with the practice sessions. This United States GP will culminate in the final race day on 28th March 2026. With the riders and teams getting ready for the matchup, the Circuit of the Americas is ready to host the race. Given the circuit’s nature, the United States GP will be highly unpredictable, making every lap interesting. Moreover, the technical features make the race even more gripping by creating high-octane moments. In short, the MotoGP United States Grand Prix is a race that should not be missed.