The MotoGP returns with another season of twists, overtakes, and turns, fueling storylines throughout. The previous season was a complete showdown with surprises and disappointments. Now, the MotoGP 2026 Season begins with the Grand Prix of Thailand. The Thailand GP is set to occur at the Chang International Stadium, featuring your favorite stars and some new entries. Will the veterans capture the season? Will there be a potential star among the maidens? Let’s wait and watch this season along with our exclusive motorsports preview. We have given a preview which includes the schedule, riders’ list, circuit details, and top-three likely finishes. If you insist on getting more MotoGP updates, follow BettingPremier.
MotoGP 2025 – What Happened So Far?
Marc Marquez’s Remarkable Feat
Previously, Marc Marquez took the crown by a huge margin, winning the MotoGP Drivers’ Championship for the 9th time. Although there were uncertainties mid-season, Marc steadily built a large lead in the standings. However, a sustained injury caused him to miss the final GP of the 2025 Season. But Marc recovered in the meantime and will race in the upcoming MotoGP 2026 Season. Additionally, Francesco Bagnaia, Alex Marquez, and Marco Bezzecchi are returning to the circuit after a glorious 2025 Season.
Runner-up and Other Notable Races
Alex Marquez came very close to his brother, but his earlier setbacks in the season caused him a great decline. As a result, he got the runner-up position. Marco Bezzecchi follows up with a third-place finish due to his exceptional timing. It could have been Francesco Bagnaia to finish third, but he lost the chance drastically. One of the biggest reasons is Bagnaia’s issues with the bike. He was a prolific rider who was known for his style and control. But due to bike difficulties, he was left out on numerous occasions.
What to Expect from the MotoGP 2026 Season?
The all-new MotoGP 2026 brings various additions to the calendar and racing. After a dramatic pre-season, the MotoGP 2026 has prompted the teams and constructors learn from their mistakes. So, we can expect visible changes in bikes, tyre management, and even in riding styles. Besides, the MotoGP 2026 Calendar has some exciting additions, with the main one being Brazil. MotoGP returns to Brazil after 20 years, making an electrifying race at Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna. Regarding the competition, Marc Marquez, Alex Marquez, Francesco Bagnaia, and Marco Bezzecchi are the close contenders. Following the previous season, all these riders are heavily determined to sweep the championship title this time. Let’s move on to the MotoGP 2026 calendar.
MotoGP 2026 Calendar and Circuits
1. Grand Prix of Thailand
Dates: 27 February 2026 – 01 March 2026
Event: Grand Prix of Thailand
Circuit: Chang International Circuit
2. Grand Prix of Brazil
Dates: 20 March 2026 – 22 March 2026
Event: Grand Prix of Brazil
Circuit: Autódromo Internacional de Goiânia – Ayrton Senna
3. Grand Prix of the United States
Dates: 27 March 2026 – 29 March 2026
Event: Grand Prix of the Americas
Circuit: Circuit of the Americas
4. Grand Prix of Qatar
Dates: 10 April 2026 – 12 April 2026
Event: Grand Prix of Qatar
Circuit: Lusail International Circuit
5. Grand Prix of Spain
Dates: 24 April 2026 – 26 April 2026
Event: Spanish motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Circuito de Jerez – Ángel Nieto
6. Grand Prix of France
Dates: 08 May 2026 – 10 May 2026
Event: French motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Le Mans
7. Grand Prix of Catalunya
Dates: 15 May 2026 – 17 May 2026
Event: Catalan motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
8. Grand Prix of Italy
Dates: 29 May 2026 – 31 May 2026
Event: Italian motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello
9. Grand Prix of Hungary
Dates: 05 June 2026 – 07 June 2026
Event: Hungarian motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Balaton Park Circuit
10. Grand Prix of Czechia
Dates: 19 June 2026 – 21 June 2026
Event: Czech motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Automotodrom Brno
11. Grand Prix of the Netherlands
Dates: 26 June 2026 – 28 June 2026
Event: Dutch TT
Circuit: TT Circuit Assen
12. Grand Prix of Germany
Dates: 10 July 2026 – 12 July 2026
Event: German motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Sachsenring
13. Grand Prix of Great Britain
Dates: 07 August 2026 – 09 August 2026
Event: British motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Silverstone Circuit
14. Grand Prix of Aragon
Dates: 28 August 2026 – 30 August 2026
Event: Aragon motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: MotorLand Aragón
15. Grand Prix of San Marino
Dates: 11 September 2026 – 13 September 2026
Event: San Marino and Rimini Riviera motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
16. Grand Prix of Austria
Dates: 18 September 2026 – 20 September 2026
Event: Austrian motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Red Bull Ring
17. Grand Prix of Japan
Dates: 02 October 2026 – 04 October 2026
Event: Japanese motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Mobility Resort Motegi
18. Grand Prix of Indonesia
Dates: 09 October 2026 – 11 October 2026
Event: Indonesian motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit
19. Grand Prix of Australia
Dates: 23 October 2026 – 25 October 2026
Event: Australian motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
20. Grand Prix of Malaysia
Dates: 30 October 2026 – 01 November 2026
Event: Malaysian motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Sepang International Circuit
21. Grand Prix of Portugal
Dates: 13 November 2026 – 15 November 2026
Event: Portuguese motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Autódromo Internacional do Algarve
22. Grand Prix of Valencia
Dates: 20 November 2026 – 22 November 2026
Event: Valencian Community motorcycle Grand Prix
Circuit: Circuit Ricardo Tormo
Who are the Teams and Riders Expected to Race in the MotoGP 2026 Season?
| Teams | Riders |
| Team LCR | Johann Zarco |
| Pramac Racing | Toprak Razgatlioglu |
| Honda HRC | Luca Marini |
| Team LCR | Diogo Moreira |
| Tech 3 | Maverick Viñales |
| Yamaha Factory Racing | Fabio Quartararo |
| Team VR46 | Franco Morbidelli |
| Tech 3 | Enea Bastianini |
| Trackhouse Racing Team | Raúl Fernández |
| Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | Brad Binder |
| Honda HRC | Joan Mir |
| Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | Pedro Acosta |
| Yamaha Factory Racing | Alex Rins |
| Pramac Racing | Jack Miller |
| Team VR46 | Fabio Di Giannantonio |
| Gresini Racing | Fermin Aldeguer |
| Ducati Team | Francesco Bagnaia |
| Aprilia Racing Team | Marco Bezzecchi |
| Gresini Racing | Alex Marquez |
| Trackhouse Racing Team | Ai Ogura |
| Aprilia Racing Team | Jorge Martin |
| Ducati Team | Marc Marquez |
MotoGP 2026 Grand Prix of Thailand – Circuit Details and Schedule
The first Grand Prix of the MotoGP 2026 season starts at Thailand’s Chang International Circuit on 27 February 2026. The Chang International Circuit has hosted every major motorsport since its inception. It has a circuit extending over 04.55 kilometers, with unpredictable turns, which elevates the drama. As the first Grand Prix of this season, the Thailand GP anticipates a promising showdown. Let’s see what is ahead.
Chang International Circuit – Circuit Details
Also known as the Buriram International Circuit, the Chang International Circuit is a racing track built in 2014. It has hosted major events such as MotoGP, the Asia Road Racing Championship, the GT World Challenge Asia, and more. It has 12 turns, of which 7 of them are right, and 5 of them are left corners. The longest straight extends up to a kilometer and comes right after turn one.
| Race Distance | 118.4 Kilometres |
| Number of Laps | 26 |
| Circuit Length | 4.55 Kilometres |
Where to Watch the MotoGP Grand Prix of Thailand?
You can watch all the MotoGP 2026 Season’s races live on the official website. With MotoGP’s VideoPass, you can watch both live races and highlights on demand.
MotoGP 2026 Thailand GP Schedule
26 February 2026
| Time | Category | Session |
| 15:40–17:40 | MotoGP™ | Group Photo |
| 17:40–18:00 | MotoGP™ | GearUp |
| 18:00–18:45 | MotoGP™ | Pre-Event Press Conference |
27 February 2026
| Time | Category | Session |
| 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 |
| 13:15–13:50 | Moto3™ | Practice |
| 14:05–14:45 | Moto2™ | Practice |
| 15:00–16:00 | MotoGP™ | Practice |
28 February 2026
| Time | Category | Session | No of Laps |
| 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 | |
| 11:15–11:30 | MotoGP™ | Qualifying Nr. 2 | |
| 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™ | Tissot Sprint | 13 Laps |
01 March 2026
| Time | Category | Session | No of Laps |
| 10:40–10:50 | MotoGP™ | Warm Up | |
| 11:00–11:40 | MotoGP™ | Rider Parade – TukTuk Challenge | |
| 12:00 | Moto3™ | Race | 19 Laps |
| 13:15 | Moto2™ | Race | 22 Laps |
| 15:00 | MotoGP™ | Grand Prix | 26 Laps |
| 16:10–16:45 | MotoGP™ | After the Flag | |
| 16:45–18:00 | MotoGP™ | Sunday Press Conference |
MotoGP Grand Prix of Thailand: Predicted Top Three Finish
Marc Marquez
Marc Marquez dominated the Pre-Season testing series. Although he finished third in the final pre-season testing race, Marc is a strong consideration. He has an effective riding and braking style that allows him to stay in the front with a significant lead. Particularly in the corners, Marc keeps the speed up without crashing. The Chang International Circuit’s track, which will test Marc’s braking ability to the core, is one he will benefit from. In the upcoming MotoGP Thailand GP, Marc Marquez is expected to finish first.
Alex Marquez
Alex Marquez comes with his BK8 Gresini bike, having finished the previous season in second place. He has a smooth riding style that maximizes on minimal brake control and relies on bike control. Besides, he has excellent rear tyre management, which minimizes wear and gives high cornering speed. So, Alex will have more overtakes, allowing him to stay within the leading spots. Hence, Alex will finish in the second spot, next to Marc.
Marco Bezzecchi
Marco Bezzecchi’s Aprilia Racing has won several rounds of the Pre-Season rounds. The team has already surpassed Ducati with Marco Bezzecchi. Bezzecchi finished third last season and has solid control of his bike. Regarding braking, he has an aggressive braking style, which might slightly hinder his speed. Otherwise, the Italian is well-positioned to finish third in this MotoGP 2026 opening race.
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