MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia – Schedule, Circuit Info, and Picks
The Motorcycle Grand Prix is getting ready for another round at the BRNO Circuit on 21 June 2026. The seven-time champion, Marc Marquez, arrives as the most recent winner at Balaton Park. Although it may seem that the tables have turned, Bezzecchi still leads the standings. Jorge Martin trails behind with his consistent finishes since the season’s beginning. The upcoming race at BRNO will be more dramatic, as its layout is highly demanding. Its sweeping corners and heavy braking zones will make this race an iconic one. As the circuit gets ready, the pursuit of pole position intensifies. Below are the race schedule, circuit details, and expert picks for the upcoming MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia.
As soon as the race began, a massive crash took 5 drivers out of the race. This crash took place at the very first turn in the circuit when Jorge Martin lost control while braking. He crashed and hit his teammate, Marco Bezzecchi, and other riders. Fabio di Giannantonio, Raul Fernandez, and Fermin Aldeguer all crashed out of the race. But luckily, all riders escaped major injuries and are expected to show up for the next race. This cost a heavy toll on Marco Bezzecchi’s ranking, but still the Aprilia rider leads.
Marc Marquez’s Comeback
Marc Marquez reclaimed his throne by winning the Hungarian GP, delivering a strong comeback that shook everyone. Overcame a qualifying crash and outperformed Pedro Acosta at Balaton Park. His medium-tire strategy enabled him to claim his 100th career win. Initially, Marc was behind Acosta, but once his tire management paid off, he overtook Acosta and won the P1.
Pedro Acosta’s Finish
Pedro Acosta finished in the second position behind Marquez. He used his soft-rear-tire technique to build an early lead. However, it backfired once his tires wore out, and Marc took over from Acosta. Eventually, he failed to retrieve his lead and finished third. This time, Acosta is mindful of tire management while handling the corners effectively.
June 18, 2026 (Thursday)
Time
Class
Event
15:30 – 16:00
MotoGP™
GearUp
16:00 – 16:30
MotoGP™
Pre-Event Press Conference
June 19, 2026 (Friday)
Time
Class
Event
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
June 20, 2026 (Saturday)
Time
Class
Details / Laps
Event
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™
10 Laps
Tissot Sprint
June 21, 2026 (Sunday)
Time
Class
Details / Laps
Event
09:40 – 09:50
MotoGP™
Warm Up
10:00 – 10:40
MotoGP™
Rider Parade
11:00
Moto3™
16 Laps
Race
12:15
Moto2™
18 Laps
Race
14:00
MotoGP™
21 Laps
Grand Prix
15:20 – 15:50
MotoGP™
After the Flag
15:50 – 16:30
MotoGP™
Sunday Press Conference
BRNO Circuit Details
The BRNO Automotodrom, also known as the Masaryk circuit, was opened in 1930 as a road circuit. It is a remarkable circuit on the MotoGP calendar, rewarding the toughest riders with its complex layout. It is a predominantly right-cornered circuit, having 8 right corners and 6 left corners. Its natural terrains and flowing rhythm make it an enjoyable circuit for fans.
It flows up to 5.4 km in length, with a total width of 15 meters. The longest straight follows after the 2nd turn with 636 meters. The 1st and 14th corners are sweeping high-speed corners where overtakes will be frequent. Mainly, the ninth corner is a very tight, slow-speed corner that demands extreme braking and stability.
Francesco Bagnaia holds the best pole and all-time lap records from the 2025 season at this circuit. Marc Marquez has the record for the best race lap and most poles at this track.
Circuit Length
5.4 Kilometers
Race Distance
113.46 Kilometres
No. of Laps
21 Laps
MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia – Streaming Options
In the US, fans can enjoy the Czech Grand Prix on FS1 and FS2. They can also watch the MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia on the official MotoGP website with a pass.
Indians can watch the BRNO action on the FanCode app and the Eurosport network.
English fans can enjoy the MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia on TNT Sports and Quest.
Spanish fans can stream the entire race on the DAZN app with a subscription.
In the Czech Republic, the MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia will be live on Nova Sport 6.
MotoGP Riders’ Standings
Position
No.
Rider
Team
Pts
1
72
Marco Bezzecchi
Aprilia Racing
180
2
89
Jorge Martín
Aprilia Racing
160
3
49
Fabio Di Giannantonio
Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team
138
4
37
Pedro Acosta
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing
132
5
93
Marc Márquez
Ducati Lenovo Team
108
6
79
Ai Ogura
SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team
105
7
63
Francesco Bagnaia
Ducati Lenovo Team
99
8
25
Raúl Fernández
SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team
93
9
73
Álex Márquez
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP
67
10
54
Fermín Aldeguer
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP
64
11
10
Luca Marini
Honda HRC Castrol
57
12
23
Enea Bastianini
Red Bull KTM Tech3
48
13
33
Brad Binder
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing
48
14
21
Franco Morbidelli
Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team
40
15
20
Fabio Quartararo
Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team
37
16
11
Diogo Moreira
Pro Honda LCR
36
17
5
Johann Zarco
Castrol Honda LCR
34
18
36
Joan Mir
Honda HRC Castrol
15
19
42
Álex Rins
Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team
12
20
43
Jack Miller
Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP
11
21
27
Iker Lecuona
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP
9
22
7
Toprak Razgatlıoğlu
Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP
9
23
12
Maverick Viñales
Red Bull KTM Tech3
6
24
47
Adrian Fernandez
Yamaha Factory Racing
4
25
35
Cal Crutchlow
Castrol Honda LCR
0
26
94
Jonas Folger
Red Bull KTM Tech3
0
27
51
Michele Pirro
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP
0
MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia – Predictions
Marco Bezzecchi
Marco Bezzecchi has an eccentric style where he prefers to brake deeply, leaning into the corner. His immense front-end balance allows him to ride through corners efficiently. He is aggressive on slow corners, which enables him to pull off late passes. In the BRNO circuit, Bezzecchi will have an easy time gaining momentum after turn 14 and turn 2. Regarding tire management, he saves it for clutch moments while still having a strong lead in the early laps. He is expected to secure a first-position win in this MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia.
Pedro Acosta
Pedro Acosta has a unique braking style on the grid. He keeps the bike upright and points its front sharply into the apex. This allows him to carry the momentum in long sweeping corners. Acosta will likely gain more leads in the 1st and 14th corners. He saves the tire for a late moment shift, which will be effective in the long run. He is expected to finish 2nd or win a podium at least.
Jorge Martin
Jorge Martin comes after a terrible crash at the Hungarian GP. This time, the Aprilia rider is determined to secure a P1 finish. But racing among Acosta and Bezzecchi, Jorge Martin will have to outpower them with a better braking style and momentum. But his braking style is unreliable, prioritizing speed over stability. Given BRNO’s complex layout, Jorge Martin might secure a podium but is far from a first-position win.