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2026 MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix: Viewing Guide, Schedule & Details

2026 MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix: Viewing Guide, Schedule & Details
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2026 MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix Overview

The MotoGP heads to Losail from November 6 to 8 for the 20th race of the season. Marc Marquez of Ducati could secure the 2026 championship here after building a 44-point lead following his win at Sepang.

Despite regional tensions, the event will proceed with safety assurances from the Qatari authorities. Yet, not all riders will compete; Yamaha has pulled out due to its travel policy concerning conflict zones, impacting both its factory and Pramac satellite teams. Jorge Martin’s participation depends on his recovery from a wrist injury sustained at Phillip Island.

Event Schedule (Local Times)

  • Friday, Nov 6: Free Practice 1 at 14:45, Practice at 19:00
  • Saturday, Nov 7: Free Practice 2 at 14:00, Qualifying 1 at 14:40, Qualifying 2 at 15:05, Sprint at 19:00
  • Sunday, Nov 8: Warm-up at 14:40, Race at 19:00

Session Timings in Various Timezones

  • GMT: FP1 11:45, Practice 16:00, FP2 11:00, Qualifying 11:40, Sprint 16:00, Race 16:00
  • CET: FP1 12:45, Practice 17:00, FP2 12:00, Qualifying 12:40, Sprint 17:00, Race 17:00
  • US Eastern: FP1 06:45, Practice 11:00, FP2 06:00, Qualifying 06:40, Sprint 11:00, Race 11:00
  • US Pacific: FP1 03:45, Practice 08:00, FP2 03:00, Qualifying 03:40, Sprint 08:00, Race 08:00
  • Arabia Standard Time: FP1 14:45, Practice 19:00, FP2 14:00, Qualifying 14:40, Sprint 19:00, Race 19:00
  • Japan Standard Time: FP1 20:45, Practice 01:00 (next day), FP2 20:00, Qualifying 20:40, Sprint 01:00, Race 01:00 (Monday)
  • India Standard Time: FP1 17:15, Practice 21:30, FP2 16:30, Qualifying 17:10, Sprint 21:30, Race 21:30
  • Australia AEDT: FP1 22:45, Practice 03:00 (next day), FP2 22:00, Qualifying 22:40, Sprint 03:00 (Sunday), Race 03:00 (Monday)

Where to Watch the Qatar Grand Prix

The official MotoGP Video Pass streams live coverage of practice sessions, qualifying, the Sprint, and the race itself, along with highlights. The annual subscription costs 139.99 euros. Various local broadcasters also provide live streams on their websites for fans worldwide.

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