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MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix due to Middle East conflict | Motor-sport News

MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix due to Middle East conflict | Motor-sport News

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2 min readMar 15, 2026 04:55 PM IST After the Formula 1 races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia were cancelled due to Israel and USA’s war against Iran, the MotoGP race at Qatar has also been postponed to November 8. The Qatar Grand Prix, which was supposed to be the fourth round of the 2026 championship, was scheduled for April 10-12. Confirming this, the organisers of MotoGP said in a statement on their website that the decision was been taken in close coordination with the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), the Promoter and the local authorities in Qatar, with the primary objective of ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and highest‑quality delivery of the event for all participants and attendees. Aprilia’s Marco ‌Bezzecchi leads the ​championship after ​the ​first round in Thailand. The next two races will be held in ​Brazil (March 20-22) and the United ⁠States (March 27-29). “Following extensive scenario planning and calendar analysis, the revised date has been chosen to ensure minimal disruption to the wider MotoGP schedule. As a result, the Portuguese GP …

Motor racing-Bahrain and Saudi F1 races set to be cancelled

Motor racing-Bahrain and Saudi F1 races set to be cancelled

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2 min readMar 13, 2026 11:23 PM IST Next month’s Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula One Grands Prix are set to be cancelled over the weekend due to the conflict in the Middle East. Multiple sources told Reuters an announcement, seen within the sport as just a matter of time, was expected by Monday at the latest with a March 20 ⁠deadline looming ​for freight that has to be transported to Bahrain for logistical reasons. Sky Sports television, which has the broadcasting rights in Britain where most of the 11 teams are based, said it understood the races would be called off by Sunday night. U.S. ​and ​Israeli attacks on Iran are continuing while Iranian ⁠drones and missiles have hit some Middle Eastern capitals including Bahrain’s Manama, where most team personnel would be staying in hotels. Formula ‌One is racing in China this weekend for the second round of the season after the opener in Australia last weekend. Sources have indicated previously that neither Middle Eastern race is likely to be replaced or rescheduled, leaving …

UP Govt signs MoU to revive MotoGP in India

UP Govt signs MoU to revive MotoGP in India

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The Uttar Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AVW Global to revive international motorcycle racing at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC). The agreement, signed by the State Transformation Commission, aims to bring MotoGP back, as well as the Asia Road Racing Championship, to the iconic track in Greater Noida. AVW Global is a motorsport events and advisory company led by former MotoGP rider Karel Abraham and and CEO Amit Sandill. AVW Global will handle the technical and operational aspects. “[India is] a huge market with huge potential, not only to bring businesses here and get sponsors, but also to raise young talent for the future,” Abraham said. “That is also something that the GP here will help educate. [It] will help train and raise new talent from India that might be racing in MotoGP [in the future]. I think that is something that the championship needs as well,” he added. AVW Global also plans to bring the Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) to India. Ron Hogg, Promotions Director, Two Wheels Motor Racing, …

Jorge Martin, Reigning MotoGP Champion, Fractures Hand And Foot In Pre-Season Testing Crash. Video

Jorge Martin, Reigning MotoGP Champion, Fractures Hand And Foot In Pre-Season Testing Crash. Video

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MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin has been ruled out of the remaining pre-testing in Malaysia and is set to undergo surgery back in Europe after he crashed twice on the opening day at the Sepang track. The Spaniard had walked away unscratched from his first crash early in the session, but suffered a heavier blow after being thrown off his Aprilia machine at turn two of the Sepang circuit. “Jorge Martin has been diagnosed with a right hand fracture and fractures in his left foot. He has undergone a CT scan and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), both of which were negative for any injuries,” said MotoGP organisers in a statement. Jorge Martin’s highside at turn 2 #MotoGP #SepangTest pic.twitter.com/NmhUuWQPq8 — Crash MotoGP (@crash_motogp) February 5, 2025 “He will stay in hospital overnight and tomorrow he will fly back to Europe to undergo surgery on his right hand and left foot.” Martin is set to start his title defence in the season-opening Thailand Grand Prix on March 2. The 27-year-old, who made …

Jack Miller ‘Lucky To Walk Away’ From Malaysian MotoGP Crash

Jack Miller ‘Lucky To Walk Away’ From Malaysian MotoGP Crash

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Glimpse of the Malaysian MotoGP Crash© AFP Jack Miller admitted Monday he was lucky to walk away from a nasty crash at the Malaysian MotoGP, with his team saying it was a stark reminder of the dangers riders face. The Australian KTM star was involved in a dramatic incident involving teammate Brad Binder and Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo on turn two of the opening lap at Sepang on Sunday. All three riders came off with Miller’s head appearing to hit the back of Quartararo’s bike. The 29-year-old needed treatment on the track before being taken to the medical centre, but was cleared of serious injury. “Lucky to walk away from that one… thank you to everyone for the kind messages,” the Australian said on Instagram. The race was red-flagged and when it restarted Binder attempted a return, but pulled out with pain in his left shoulder. Quartararo rode on and finished sixth. “Today was a stark reminder of the risks our riders face every time they line up on the grid,” KTM said in …

‘Born Racers’ Take Centre-Stage As MotoGP Next Gen Docu-Series Revealed

‘Born Racers’ Take Centre-Stage As MotoGP Next Gen Docu-Series Revealed

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Photo for representation only© AFP Eurosport India, in partnership with Red Bull, is excited to announce the premiere of Born Racers, a six-part docu-series that chronicles the journeys of young motorcycling talents in the highly competitive Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup. The series will debut on October 20, 2024, exclusively on Eurosport.   Now in its 17th year, the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup is renowned as the premier proving ground for future MotoGP champions, open to riders as young as 15. Born Racers offers an in-depth look at the high-pressure environment these young racers navigate as they pursue their dreams of success in Grand Prix racing.   Through compelling storytelling, the series captures not only the thrilling on-track action but also the personal challenges and sacrifices these athletes face in their quest for glory. Viewers can expect an engaging exploration of talent, determination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the world of motorsports. Topics mentioned in this article Source link

Indian Round Of MotoGP Championship Postponed To 2026 Due To Operational Issues

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Representational Image.© AFP The Indian round of the MotoGP championship was on Wednesday postponed to 2026 with the organisers citing “operational circumstances” as the reason behind another delay. The Indian Grand Prix was earlier scheduled to be held in September but was deferred to March 2025. Now, it can only be held in the early stages of 2026. “The FIM, IRTA and Dorna Sports confirm that the Indian Grand Prix will be included on the 2026 FIM MotoGP calendar, moving to become a reserve event for 2025,” MotoGP said in a statement. “Operational circumstances have obliged the event to be delayed from its initial slot near the start of the 2025 calendar. With no available dates towards the end of the season, MotoGP will therefore return to India in the early stages of 2026.” Over 50,000 fans had turned up for the inaugural edition of the Indian Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in 2023. It was the biggest motorsports event held in the country since the last Formula 1 race that …

Indian Grand Prix set for return in 2026 MotoGP calendar

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The The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), International Road Racing Teams Association (IRTA), and Dorna Sports have officially announced that the Indian Grand Prix will be featured on the MotoGP calendar in 2026, as opposed to the earlier timeline of 2025. In July, MotoGP secured a new agreement with the Uttar Pradesh government, where the Buddh International Circuit is located. However, due to operational challenges, the race will now serve as a reserve event for the 2025 season. This year’s Indian Grand Prix was canceled due to logistical issues. “Operational circumstances have obliged the event to be delayed from its initial slot near the start of the 2025 calendar,” MotoGP said in a statement. “With no available dates towards the end of the season, MotoGP will therefore return to India in the early stages of 2026,” they added. The event will be held at the Buddh International Circuit, the premier Indian motor racing circuit situated in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The Indian Grand Prix motorcycle event made its debut in 2023, with a rapturous fan …

Indian leg of MotoGP canceled in 2024, shifts to March 2025

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Bharat Grand Prix, the Indian round of the MotoGP championship will not take place in September and has been moved to March 2025 as per the promoters of the race. Reports claiming that the race promoters had not cleared all their dues with rights holders Dorna after the inaugural round last year had led to uncertainty over the second edition scheduled from September 20-22. However, after Tuesday’s meeting involving all stakeholders — Dorna, and, co-promoters Fairstreet Sports and the Uttar Pradesh government — it was decided to shift the round to a yet-to-be-decided date in March. “It was mutually decided to shift the race to March next year. We are looking at the first or second week of March. All the stakeholders including Dorna agreed that the September weather is not conducive for the race and it is tough on the riders and marshals as experienced last year,” Fairstreet Sports CEO Pushkar Nath Srivastava told PTI. He also denied that the postponement of the race has anything to do with unpaid dues claiming that all …

No MotoGP In India In 2024, Race Shifted To 2025

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The India round of the MotoGP championship will not not take place on the scheduled date in September and instead has been moved to March 2025, local promoters of the race told PTI on Tuesday. Reports claiming that the race promoters had not cleared all their dues with rights holders Dorna after the inaugural round last year had led to uncertainty over the second edition scheduled from September 20-22. However, after Tuesday’s meeting involving all stakeholders — Dorna, and, co-promoters Fairstreet Sports and Uttar Pradesh government — it was decided to shift the round to a yet to be decided date in March. “It was mutually decided to shift the race to March next year. We are looking at first or second week of March. All the stakeholders including Dorna agreed that the September weather is not conducive for the race and it is tough on the riders and marshals as experienced last year,” Fairstreet Sports CEO Pushkar Nath Srivastava told PTI. When asked if the postponement of the race had anything to …