Event Info:
MOTO GP™ QATAR AIRWAYS GRAND PRIX OF QATAR 2026
Experience the 2026 MotoGP™ World Championship at the iconic Lusail International Circuit from November 6 to 8, where the MotoGP™ Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar continues a legacy that began in 2004, delivering over two decades of world-class, high-octane racing. Witness the spectacle of night racing under the lights as speed, skill, and strategy collide. Lineup of off-track entertainment keeps the atmosphere electric throughout the weekend. With 22 riders on the grid, featuring world champions and rising stars, this is your chance to experience the drama, intensity, and excitement of MotoGP™ up close.
MOTO GP™ Qatar Airways
Grand Prix of Qatar 2026
Two Decades of MotoGP™
Constructed in 2004, the Lusail International Circuit (LIC) made its debut the same year by hosting the inaugural Qatar Grand Prix, marking the nation’s historic entry into the MotoGP World Championship. Since 2008, the Qatar Grand Prix has become one of the most visually striking events on the MotoGP calendar, distinguished by its nighttime racing format under floodlights. To this day, LIC remains the only circuit on the calendar to host races entirely under floodlights. The seamless blend of state-of-the-art facilities and iconic illumination creates a breathtaking atmosphere, transforming each race into a world-class spectacle.
2026 Season Highlights
Exciting Rider Changes Set to Electrify the Grid:
The 2026 grid is fully confirmed after one of the most unpredictable contract periods in recent years, with Diogo Moreira joining IDEMITSU Honda LCR, completing an exciting line up of 22 riders. With Ducati’s pairing of Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez locked in, and rising stars like Pedro Acosta and Fermin Aldeguer ready to impress, the 2026 MotoGP™ grid blends proven champions with new contenders.
The 2026 MotoGP™ season features 22 rounds, world-class riders and major stories on and off the track, promising high speed, close battles and unforgettable moments under Lusail International Circuit’s lights.
Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets only through official Lusail International Circuit channels.