German Motorcycle Grand Prix
| Date | Country | Grand Prix | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28th February – 2nd March | Thailand | Thailand Motorcycle Grand Prix | Chang International Circuit |
| 14th – 16th March | Argentina | Argentina Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix | Termas De Rio Hondo |
| 28th – 30th March | USA | Motorcycle Grand Prix of the Americas | Circuit of the Americas |
| 11th – 13th April | Qatar | Qatar Motorcycle Grand Prix | Lusail International Circuit |
| 25th – 27th April | Spain | Spanish Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuito De Jerez – Angel Nieto |
| 9th – 11th May | France | French Motorcycle Grand Prix | Bugatti Circuit, LE Mans |
| 23rd – 25th May | United Kingdom | British Motorcycle Grand Prix | Silverstone Circuit |
| 6th – 8th June | Aragon | Aragon Motorcycle Grand Prix | Motorland Aragon, Alcaniz |
| 20th – 22nd June | Italy | Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello |
| 27th – 29th June | Netherlands | Dutch TT | TT Circuit Assen |
| 11th – 13th July | Germany | German Motorcycle Grand Prix | Sachsenring |
| 18th – 20th July | Czechia | Czech Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix | Automotodrom Brno |
| 15th – 17th August | Austria | Austrian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Red Bull Ring - Spielberg |
| 22nd – 24th August | Hungary | Hungarian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Balaton Park |
| 5th – 7th September | Catalonia | Catalan Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya |
| 12th – 14th September | San Marino | San Marino and the Rimini Riviera Motorcycle Grand Prix | Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli |
| 26th – 28th September | Japan | Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix | Mobility Resort Motegi |
| 3rd – 5th October | Indonesia | Indonesian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Pertamina Mandalika Circuit |
| 17th – 19th October | Australia | Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Philip Island Grand Prix Circuit |
| 24th – 26th October | Malaysia | Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Petronas Sepang International Circuit |
| 7th – 9th November | Portugal | Portuguese Motorcycle Grand Prix | Autódromo Internacional do Algarve |
| 14th – 16th November | Valencia | Valencian Community Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuit Ricardo Tormo |
One of the most prestigious events in the MotoGP calendar is the German Motorcycle Grand Prix. Dating back to 1925, the German Motorcycle Grand Prix has been held at a number of different venues. Among these venues the most prominent ones were the Hockenheimring and Nürburgring tracks. Ever since 1998, however, the prestigious race has been hosted by the Sachsenring Circuit. Throughout its years, the Grand Prix has seen several notable riders claim victory. Among these notable riders is Giacomo Agostini, who secured 13 victories in the Grand Prix. Francesco Bagnaia, another notable rider was the one who claimed victory over the Sachsenring Circuit in 2024.
Sachsenring Circuit
| Circuit length | 3.671 km |
| Number of Corners | 13 |
| Lap record | 1:20.195 by Marc Márquez (2019) |
| First Grand Prix | 1927 |
| Direction | Anti-clockwise |
| Capacity | 90,000 |
The Sachsenring Circuit, nestled in Hohenstein-Ernstthal near Chemnitz in Saxony, Germany, is a prestigious motor racing venue that is known for its tight and twisty layout. Running in an anticlockwise direction, the racetrack spans about 3.671 km and can accommodate 90,000 spectators. In the early years, the Sachsenring Circuit saw some fatal accidents that led to its modification and reconstruction. Once modified the racetrack saw its first German Motorcycle Grand Prix in 1998 and replaced Nürburgring as the host of the Prix.
History of Sachsenring Circuit
The Sachsenring Circuit is a racetrack that is laced with a rich history dating back to the 1920s. Originally, the Sachsenring Circuit was a street racetrack, about 8.618 Km, located in the Hohenstein-Ernstthal area, Germany. The street circuit hosted its first race in 1927, and after the fame it garnered, it was named Sachsenring Circuit in 1937. Due to the high number of fatal accidents that took place at the racetrack, it was modified into a modern racetrack in 1996, during which its length was shortened to 3.517 km. The racetrack did include some sections of the original track however it ran in an anticlockwise direction. Since hosting the German Motorcycle Grand Prix in 1998, the Sachsenring Circuit has become a permanent venue for the event.
Sachsenring Circuit Topography
The Sachsenring Circuit Topography features a challenging and unique topography that makes racing on it a challenging endeavor. Stretching 3.517 km, the circuit features 13 turns and is lined with an enthralling mix of tight corners and short straights. In terms of elevation, the Sachsenring Circuit features an iconic section known as the Waterfall Corner that is a rapid downhill turn and creates a cascading effect that tests the skill as well as the bravery of the riders. Another notable feature that the circuit harbors is the Omega Curve which is a long and winding left-hander, serving as the ultimate challenge to the riders. Apart from these sections, the undulating terrain of the racetrack further adds to the challenge.
Cost of the German Motorcycle Grand Prix
| Grandstand/Tickets | Day | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Grandstand | 3-Day | $173 |
| T13 – Dekra | 3-Day | $244 |
| T1 - Servustv | 3-Day | $254 |
| T2 | 3-Day | $254 |
| T3 | 3-Day | $254 |
| T3/1 - Dekra | 3-Day | $254 |
| T4 | 3-Day | $254 |
| T6 - Yamaha | 3-Day | $254 |
| T7 - Honda | 3-Day | $254 |
| T8 - Motul | 3-Day | $254 |
| T9 - KTM | 3-Day | $254 |
MotoGP 2025 Drivers and Sponsors
| Team | Constructor | Motorcycle | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia Racing | Aprilia | RS-GP25 | Marco Bezzecchi |
| Jorge Martín | |||
| Trackhouse MotoGP Team | Raúl Fernández | ||
| Ai Ogura | |||
| Ducati Lenovo Team | Ducati | Desmosedici GP25 | Francesco Bagnaia |
| Marc Márquez | |||
| Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | Fabio Di Giannantonio | ||
| Desmosedici GP24 | Franco Morbidelli | ||
| Gresini Racing MotoGP | Fermín Aldeguer | ||
| Álex Márquez | |||
| Castrol Honda LCR Idemitsu Honda LCR |
Honda | RC213V | Johann Zarco |
| Somkiat Chantra | |||
| Honda HRC | Luca Marini | ||
| Joan Mir | |||
| Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | KTM | RC16 | Brad Binder |
| Pedro Acosta | |||
| Red Bull KTM Tech3 | Maverick Viñales | ||
| Enea Bastianini | |||
| Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team | Yamaha | YZR-M1 | Fabio Quartararo |
| Álex Rins | |||
| Prima Pramac Yamaha | Jack Miller | ||
| Miguel Oliveira |