Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Date | Country | Grand Prix | Venue |
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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 |
The Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix resides amongst the most prestigious events on the MotoGP calendar. Held in Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello, the event is a favorite one among fans and riders due to its thrilling nature, vibrant atmosphere, and of course glorious circuit that sits against the backdrop of the beautiful Tuscan Hills. However, Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello wasn’t the circuit where the Grand Prix was inaugurated in 1949, it was the famed Monza Circuit. The most successful rider, who won the Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix is Giacomo Agostini, while the most successful manufacturer is Honda, which has 49 wins in the bag.
Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello
Circuit length | 5.245 km |
Number of Corners | 15 |
Lap record | 1:44.504 by Jorge Martin (2024) |
First Grand Prix | 1976 |
Direction | Clockwise |
Capacity | 50,000 |
The Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello or the Mugello Circuit is lauded for its beautiful setting. Nestled in the stunning Tuscany hills, the circuit is challenging as it is gorgeous. Not only do riders and spectators get to feel the thrill of the race on the circuit but they are also surrounded by the calm beauty of nature. Running in a clockwise direction, the circuit can accommodate 50,000 spectators and is a symbol of Italian motorsport excellence.
History of the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello
The Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello has a rich history dating back to the 1920s when the region hosted races on public roads that were labeled as the Mugello Road Circuit. However, the circuit was a dangerous one, and so in the 1970s the need for a safer venue was recognized and in 1974, the modern Mugello Circuit was constructed. Come 1988, Ferrari purchased the circuit and further modernized and upgraded it. From 1991 till the present, the circuit has become a staple on the MotoGP calendar. Today, the circuit is a renowned host for Italian Superbike cars and MotoGP. Furthermore, due to its challenging nature and top-notch facilities, it is also a favorite testing track.
Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello Topography
The Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello is lauded for its stunning topography and challenging nature. Occupying a land of 5.245 km, the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello features significant elevation changes with a difference of approximately 1 meter between its high and low points. This change in elevation makes the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello a dynamic and challenging track. Featuring uphill and downhill sections, the circuit is nestled in the glorious Tuscany countryside, which adds further charm to the already enthralling track. Technical corners and fast straights of the track make it a fun track for riders to race on.
Cost of the Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Grandstand/Tickets | Day | Price |
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General Admission Night and Day | 3-Day | $235 |
General Admission 58 Area | 3-Day | TBD |
Grandstand Poggio Secco | 3-Day | $348 |
Grandstand Materassi Laterale | 3-Day | $348 |
Grandstand Materassi | 3-Day | $348 |
Grandstand Centrale Bronze | 3-Day | $409 |
Grandstand Silver Pit Lane | 3-Day | $440 |
Grandstand Poltronissima | 3-Day | $440 |
Grandstand Arrabbiata 58 | 3-Day | TBD |
Grandstand Ducati | 3-Day | TBD |
MotoGP 2025 Drivers and Sponsors
Team | Constructor | Motorcycle | Rider |
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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 |