MotoGP officially announced that it will continue to feature in the MotoGP championship calendar until at least 2029 for the Portuguese Grand Prix. This development stated that the championship will continue to have the co-sponsorship until at least the end of the 2020s, following the new agreement on the organization of the races.
The Importance of the Portimao Track in the Calendar
Races on the Portimao Circuit will continue, as the Portimao Circuit, which began as a special event in the 2020 season amidst the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and reunited Portugal with MotoGP after an eight-year gap. This track has hosted two races in the 2021 season and has become an indispensable fixture on the calendar in every subsequent season. It hosted the first race of the European leg in the 2022 and 2024 seasons, while hosting the opening race of the 2023 season. Although the exact date for the 2027 Portuguese Grand Prix has not been announced, the entire 2027 season calendar will be revealed.
The Role of Algarve in Tourism
Tourism President Andre Gomes stated that races will continue to be held during periods when tourism is not intense. The contribution of such major events to the tourism market was emphasized.
It is excellent news for our region that MotoGP will remain in the Algarve until 2029. It is an event with extremely high international visibility, attracting thousands of visitors, generating business, and enhancing the region's profile.
He also expressed that the continuation of growth and the scheduling of races during times when the tourism season is not peak is a great advantage. He stated that such major events are helpful in making the Algarve a preferred destination for 12 months of the year and in solidifying its position in the international tourism market.
The Impact of Track Organization on the Championship
Carlos Ezpeleta said that the return of the Portuguese Grand Prix to the Algarve International Circuit to the calendar adds a new dimension to the championship. He stressed that a challenging track layout is the stage for unforgettable races and quickly becomes a favorite for both riders and spectators.
The return of the Portuguese Grand Prix to the Algarve International Circuit to the calendar added a new dimension to the championship from the very beginning. The challenging track layout became the stage for unforgettable races and quickly became the favorite of both riders and spectators.
Carlos Ezpeleta also expressed excitement about continuing this momentum, turning the race into a bigger celebration for MotoGP, and continuing to offer unforgettable experiences to the spectators in Portugal.
A Measure of Confidence
Jaime Costa, CEO of the Algarve International Circuit, concluded his assessment by emphasizing the importance of the contract extension. He stated that this extension is a sign of the trust placed in the events by all people and organizations involved in organizing them.
The extension of the contract is a sign of the trust placed in the efforts of all people and organizations contributing to the organization of the Algarve International Circuit and the Portuguese Grand Prix.
Jaime Costa expressed that the three-year extension of the MotoGP contract solidifies the position of Portugal and the Algarve in the map of global major sporting events, while proving once again the excellence of the track and the events.
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- Archive: MotoGP Calendar Changed: New Season Program Announced (September 25, 2026)
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