2026 MotoGP TV Times, Calendar & Rider Standings

What's new in 2026?

Several transitional changes are being introduced before the major 2027 rules overhaul (850cc engines, simplified aero, Pirelli tyres).

In the MotoGP class, engine development is frozen, so manufacturers must largely carry over their 2025 engine designs, helping to reduce costs and keep competition stable. Safety rules are also updated: riders are no longer allowed to restart crashed bikes in run-off areas and must move behind barriers before attempting to rejoin a session. Another notable shift is Yamaha moving from its traditional inline-four engine layout to a new V4 configuration, aligning its technical direction more closely with rival manufacturers.

In Moto2, regulations tighten slightly around aerodynamic development to prevent expensive MotoGP-style aero escalation, while rear rain lights become optional for 2026 ahead of a planned mandatory introduction in 2027.

In Moto3, engine specifications remain frozen through 2027 to maintain parity and cost control, and new eligibility rules mean wildcard riders must be 21 or younger to reinforce the class’s role as a youth pathway.

Finally, the electric MotoE series will not appear on the 2026 calendar, as organisers pause the class while evaluating future electric or alternative racing concepts.

MotoGP - TV Times

Round 1 - PT Grand Prix of Thailand, Chang International Circuit, Burinam, Thailand

Friday 27th February 2026 - Live coverage from 02:00

Saturday 28th February 2026 - Live coverage from 01:30

Sunday 1st March 2026 – Live coverage from 03:30

Monday 2nd March 2026 – Free to Air Highlights

Where else can I watch MotoGP races live this year?

From 26th March 2026, TNTSports content (including MotoGP) will be streamed through the new HBO Max platform instead of Discovery+, though the TNT Sports TV channels will still exist.

You'll still need a TNT Sports subscription to watch MotoGP via streaming which currently costs £30.99 per month in the UK.

You must sign up for HBO Max or use the app/website but if you already had TNT Sports via Discovery+, your subscription will automatically transfer to HBO Max and you can log in there with your existing credentials.

You can also sign up for a VideoPass subscription on motogp.com. There are two main options: VideoPass giving live and on-demand races and worldwide access at €199.99 per annum, or the VideoPass + Timingpass which gives all the benefits of the video pass but also real time live timing data, at €209.99 per annum.

2026 Rider and Team Movements

Despite rumour and counter-rumour throughout 2025, the 2026 MotoGP line up stays quite consistent with last year's.

The biggest news, of course, is Toprak Razgatlioglu's move from WSBK to the Prima Pramac Racing Yamaha Team - the only other rookie this year is reigning Moto2 champion Diogo Moreira joining LCR Honda alongside Jahann Zarco. Pre-season testing results have been interesting to say the least, with Toprak seemingly struggling to get to grips with his new bike, Marco Bezzecchi continuing to impress on the Aprilia and Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia separated by just 0.047s on the Lenovo Ducatis.

As all eyes turn to the first race of the season, 2027 contract negotiations has already started in earnest with Aprilia reportedly signing Bagnaia away from Ducati. What impact will that have on his season? Only time will tell.

The season kicks of at Burinam, Thailand on 1st March 2026

2026 MotoGP Calendar

Your 2025 World Champions - Marc Marquez - MotoGP, Diogo Moreira - Moto2, Jose Antonio Rueda - Moto3 and Alessandro Zaccone - MotoE

MotoGP - Rider Standings

To be updated after Race 1

Moto2 - Rider Standings

To be updated after Race 1

Moto3 - Rider Standings

To be updated after Race 1