New Calendar Released for MotoGP Races

The Indonesian Grand Prix has been reinstated in the MotoGP calendar. This event signals a new era in the world of motorsport. Races will be organized to cover the MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 classes. Spectators need to account for a six-hour time difference to Central Europe for this event.

Historical Significance of the Mandalika GP

The event held on the Mandalika International Street Circuit on Lombok Island returned to the MotoGP calendar in 2022. This means that a Grand Prix is taking place in Indonesia for the first time in 25 years in the world of motorsport. Previous races were held on the Sentul Circuit.

Past Races and Achievements

Some significant achievements were recorded in past races. For example, in 2023, Pecco Bagnaia (Ducati) won the Grand Prix. In 2024, Jorge Martin (who was riding for Ducati) took victory in the main Sunday race. Furthermore, in 2025, rookie Fermin Aldeguer (Ducati) achieved his first MotoGP victory. Marc Marquez, who never won in Indonesia, was eliminated in the Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia) Grand Prix last year. Jorge Martin and Marc Marquez finished with a total of two points difference at the end of the race weekend. Italian manufacturers, Ducati and Aprilia, were tied in the constructors' standings. The 2026 season is seen as a particularly exciting season finale for MotoGP fans.

New Race Format and Scheduling

The Indonesian Grand Prix will feature the Moto3, Moto2, and MotoGP classes. Spectators should account for the six-hour time difference to Central Europe so they do not miss these events. Races will start one hour later according to the usual schedule. The main MotoGP race will begin at 15:00 local time, one hour after the Saturday Sprint race, meaning it will start at 9:00 CEST.

Race Program Details

The preparation and race schedule for the Indonesian Grand Prix is as follows:

• Friday, October 9: Moto3, FP1 3.00 – 3.35 hours (35 minutes)
• Moto2, FP1 4.45 – 5.30 hours (45 minutes)
• MotoGP, FP1 17.15 – 7.50 hours (35 minutes)
• Moto3, Practice 8.05 – 8.45 hours (40 minutes)
• Moto2, Practice 9.00 – 10.00 hours (60 minutes)
• Saturday, October 10: MotoGP, Qualifying 15.15 – 5.30 hours (15 minutes)
• MotoGP, Qualifying 26.45 – 7.00 hours (15 minutes)
• Sunday, October 11: MotoGP Race (27 laps) will start at 9:00.

This calendar offers a new exciting era for motorsport enthusiasts.

Figures

• Archive: Number 13 Bagnaia Raced in the Sprint with Tires (October 4, 2026)

Compiled by Şükrü Utku Poyraz