MotoGP makes a stop at Misano World Circuit for the next round of the 2026 World Championship.
Jorge Martin comes into the weekend leading the charge, though he has still only tasted victory once this season.
Over his shoulder, the timeless Marc Marquez has found his groove and propelled himself into the title fight by winning three of the last five races, he won here on the way to a seventh championship last year too.
Italians Marco Bezzecchi and Fabio Di Giannantonio are also still in the hunt for the MotoGP crown, and can bolster their claims with victory at Misano.
Weekend Schedule & Timings
Race Start Time
The San Marino Grand Prix is due to start at 13:00 (BST) on Sunday 13th September, with the drivers set to take to the track at 14:00 local time.
Sprint Start Time
A staple of a MotoGP weekend, the sprint at Misano will begin at 14:00 (BST) on Saturday 12th September, which is 15:00 in local time.
Qualifying Start Times
Qualifying will take place on Saturday 12th September, scheduled at the times below:
- Qualifying 1 - 09:50 BST / 10:50 CEST
- Qualifying 2 - 10:15 BST / 11:15 CEST
Practice Start Times
- Free Practice 1 - Friday 11th September (09:45 BST / 10:45 CEST)
- Practice - Friday 11th September (14:00 BST / 15:00 CEST)
- Free Practice 2 - Saturday 12th September (09:10 BST / 10:10 CEST)
How to Watch and TV Channel
TNT Sports is the home of MotoGP in the UK, and the San Marino Grand Prix weekend in it's entirety is being broadcast live there.
Live streaming and on-demand viewing will be available via discovery+.
Who won the San Marino Grand Prix last year?
Marc Marquez prevailed in 2025's San Marino Grand Prix.
2025 San Marino Grand Prix Podium
- Marc Marquez (Ducati)
- Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia)
- Alex Marquex (Gresini)
Weather
While there is currently a thunderstorm warning in place in Rimini, it shouldn't have an effect on the weekend's action.
Sun is expected all weekend as it stands, with potential day time highs of 25°C on Friday and 26°C on Saturday and Sunday.
There could be spots of rain over the three days, though the highest chance is 25% at around 08:00 on Saturday.
