Carlos Ezpeleta: MotoGP working to keep Qatar GP on 2026 calendar
MotoGP is working to keep the Qatar Grand Prix on the 2026 calendar despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, newly-appointed deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta said on Friday. One of the biggest questions facing MotoGP at this stage of the season is the composition of the 2027 calendar and how the conflict in the Middle East could affect this year’s Qatar Grand Prix, which was rescheduled to ...…
MotoGP is actively striving to retain the Qatar Grand Prix on the 2026 calendar, according to newly-appointed deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has raised concerns about the event, but Ezpeleta emphasized the importance of making a quick decision to provide teams and riders ample time to prepare for the championship's final stages.
Speaking ahead of the Aragon GP, Ezpeleta stated that MotoGP is in discussions with the Qatari government to determine the feasibility of hosting the race. While the official stance remains that the Qatar GP will take place, some reports suggest it may be canceled, potentially reducing the 2026 calendar to 21 rounds. The 2027 calendar is nearly finalized, contingent on developments in the region, and MotoGP is set to reveal two new events for the next season, including the highly anticipated return to Adelaide.
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