HOME NEWS PODS PHOTOS RESULTS NETWORK 100 No Result View All Result Feed Calendar Results Photos Podcasts Shop Supercars F1 NASCAR IndyCar GT & Endurance Karting Bikes Rally Drags Speedway Home Bikes MotoGP Middle East war forces MotoGP into calendar changes MotoGP has announced a slew of calendar changes due to conflict in the Middle East, headlined by the postponement of the Qatar round. Simon Chapman 15 Mar 2026 Simon Chapman // 15 Mar 2026 // MotoGP Copied A A A A Reset 0 Pramac rider Jack Miller leaders teammate Toprak Razgatlioglu. MotoGP was to visit the Lusail Circuit on April 10-12, but will instead visit Qatar on November 6-8. As a result, Portugal has moved to November 20-22 while the Valencia season finale will move to November 27-29. The geopolitical situation in the Middle East has impacted MotoGP, Formula 1, and the FIA World Endurance Championship – all of which have had to make calendar adjustments. F1 announced its planned events in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia will not take place in April as planned. MotoGP said the decision was made in consultation with the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) and the local authorities in Qatar “with the primary objective of ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and highest‑quality delivery of the event for all participants and attendees.” “This decision was taken with great care and in full coordination with our partners in Qatar and across the paddock,” said MotoGP CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta. “Our priority is always the safety and wellbeing of everyone involved in MotoGP, as well as ensuring that every Grand Prix is delivered to the highest possible standard. “We also recognise the importance of providing clarity for our fans as early as possible and ticket holders will be given the opportunity to rollover their tickets to the next event. “I would also like to thank our partners in Portimao and Valencia for their collaboration and flexibility in helping us deliver a smooth transition to the revised calendar. “We are confident that the updated schedule will allow us to preserve the quality of the championship while offering fans an exceptional season of racing.” FIM president Jorge Viegas added: “The FIM fully supports the decision to reschedule the Qatar Grand Prix. “Considering the current geopolitical situation, safeguarding our riders, teams, officials, and fans must always come first. “We are confident that the updated calendar ensures that the event in Qatar can be delivered in the safest and most professional conditions.” 2026 FIM MotoGP World Championship (revised) Categories SUPERCARS F1 NASCAR INDYCAR GT MOTOGP PHOTOS TV PODS R&J BATTERIES MOBIL1 SUPERCHEAP AUTO ACDELCO MICHELIN MEGUIARS COATES MOTORSPORT AUSTRALIA Subscribe to our daily newsletter, the best way to get your news first, fast and free! You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Copyright © 2026 Speedcafe.com. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. The Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Our Team / Advertise with us / Comments Policy / Privacy Policy / Privacy Manager Copyright © 2025 Speedcafe.com This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. The Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Login to your account below Remember Me Fill the forms below to register Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. - Select Visibility - Public Private Copyright © 2025 Speedcafe.com This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. The Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Free daily newsletter The biggest motorsport stories, breaking news and event guides delivered straight to your inbox every day.
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