MotoGP returns to Brazil in 2026 after a 22-year absence, with the iconic Ayrton Senna circuit in Goiania set to host the championship. This marks the start of a five-year agreement, ensuring that Brazil will be part of the MotoGP calendar until at least 2030.
MotoGP’s Historic Return to Brazil
The return of MotoGP to Brazil is a major development for the sport, following a long hiatus. The race will take place at the Ayrton Senna Circuit in Goiania, named after the legendary Brazilian Formula 1 driver, with the deal securing the event through 2030. The last time Brazil hosted MotoGP was in 2004 in Rio de Janeiro. From 1987 to 1989, Goiania was part of the MotoGP calendar before the event moved to Sao Paulo and then to Rio de Janeiro.
Brazil’s rich motorsport history, particularly its connection to Formula 1, makes it a key market for MotoGP’s continued growth. The sport is keen to expand its audience in South America, with Argentina already on the 2025 calendar as one of 22 destinations.
A Key Move for MotoGP’s Global Expansion
Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports, emphasized the significance of Brazil as a growing market for the sport. “Brazil is a global player and somewhere we have always believed deserves a space on our calendar,” he said. This deal opens up new opportunities for both the sport and manufacturers, helping MotoGP expand its presence in South America.
The agreement reflects MotoGP’s vision of reaching wider audiences, with Brazil being one of the largest motorsport markets in the world.
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