Qatar 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 |
Another prominent event, loved by drivers and spectators alike on the MotoGP calendar is the Qatar Motorcycle Grand Prix. First held in 2004, the Qatar Motorcycle Grand Prix stands in distinction from other races for being the only MotoGP race to take place at night. Racing under the inky black Qatari sky, on a winding track adds an extra dose of enthrall and excitement. The race is held at the thrilling Lusail International Circuit that has over the years seen some notable MotoGP drivers including Casey Stoner, Marc Marques, and Valentino Rossi.
Lusail International Circuit
| Circuit length | 5.380 km |
| Number of Corners | 16 |
| Lap record | 1:22.384, by Lando Norris in a McLaren (2024) |
| First Grand Prix | 2004 |
| Direction | Clockwise |
| Capacity | 52,000 |
The Lusail International Circuit, nestled outside the city of Lusail in Qatar, is a prominent venue for motor racing events. Equipped with permanent outdoor lighting, the circuit hosts electrifying nighttime races set against the backdrop of the sprawling Qatari desert. This aspect makes it a favorite among drivers and spectators alike. Due to its sandy habitat, the circuit is surrounded by artificial grass to keep sand from blowing onto the track.
History of the Lusail International Circuit
The Lusail International Circuit is an iconic racetrack with a rich history. Construction on the circuit began in 2003, and after the hard work of 1,000 workers and expenditure of $58 million, the circuit completed construction in 2004 and officially opened on September 30th, 2004. The circuit saw its first MotoGP race on October 2nd, 2004, which was won by racer Sete Gibernau. In 2007 permanent outdoor lighting was added to the circuit, making it compatible for nighttime races. History was made on the Lusail International Circuit in March 2008 when it hosted the first-ever MotoGP night race.
Lusail International Circuit Topography
The Lusail International Circuit can be found nestled in the Qatari desert, just outside Lusail. Stretching to a length of 5.380 km, the circuit consists of 16 turns and a main straight of 1.068 km long. Its twisting turns provide the ultimate challenge to the drivers, while the main straight offers them opportunities for high-speed racing.
Cost of Qatar Motorcycle Grand Prix
| Grandstand/Tickets | Day | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Main Grandstand and Lusail Hill | 3-Day | $163 |
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 |