2025 MotoGP World Championship: The Ultimate Guide to the Season
The 2025 MotoGP World Championship spans 22 Grand Prix events between February 28 and November 16. Starting this season and continuing from last year fans will experience Sprint Races during every Grand Prix weekend which results in a total of 44 races. Champion Jorge Martin will face his competitors in a record-breaking season while fans experience thrilling races.
When Does the 2025 MotoGP Season Begin?
The 2025 MotoGP season will start for the first time at Thailand’s Chang International Circuit. The Thailand Grand Prix taking place from February 28 to March 2 begins the MotoGP season with promise for an exhilarating year ahead. The first race in Thailand will be followed by events in Argentina from March 14–16 while later in the month the Americas will host races on March 28–30. The Italian Grand Prix scheduled at Mugello’s scenic hills from June 20 to 22 has fans excited.
The championship picks up again at the Austrian GP starting August 17 after summer break and introduces the Balaton Park track for the Hungarian Grand Prix on August 24. Will Jorge Martin successfully retain his championship title or will we see a Bagnaia resurgence—or an underdog emerge victorious?
2025 MotoGP Race Calendar
Full List of Races:
- Thai MotoGP, Buriram: February 28-March 2
- Argentine MotoGP, Termas de Rio Hondo: March 14-16
- Americas MotoGP, COTA: March 28-30
- Qatar MotoGP, Lusail: April 11-13
- Spanish MotoGP, Jerez: April 25-27
- French MotoGP, Le Mans: May 9-11
- British MotoGP, Silverstone: May 23-25
- Aragon MotoGP, MotorLand: June 6-8
- Italian MotoGP, Mugello: June 20-22
- Dutch MotoGP, Assen: June 27-29
- German MotoGP, Sachsenring: July 11-13
- Czech MotoGP, Brno: July 18-20*
- Austrian MotoGP, Red Bull Ring: August 15-17
- Hungarian MotoGP, Balaton Park: August 22-24**
- Catalunya MotoGP, Barcelona: September 5-7
- San Marino MotoGP, Misano: September 12-14
- Japanese MotoGP, Motegi: September 26-28
- Indonesian MotoGP, Mandalika: October 3-5
- Australian MotoGP, Phillip Island: October 17-19
- Malaysian MotoGP, Sepang: October 24-26
- Portuguese MotoGP, Portimao: November 7-9*
- Valencia MotoGP, Ricardo Tormo: November 14-16
*subject to contract **subject to homologation
2025 MotoGP Rider Line-Up
Rider | Team | Contract Duration | Profile |
Marc Marquez | Ducati Lenovo Team | End of 2026 | MotoGP champion aims to regain his title |
Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo Team | End of 2026 | 2022 World Champion, podium favorite. |
Pedro Acosta | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | Multi-year | Rising star with immense potential. |
Brad Binder | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | End of 2026 | Known for late-race heroics. |
Jorge Martin | Aprilia Racing | Multi-year | Reigning champion and key contender. |
Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | Multi-year | Strong performances make him a major challenger. |
Fabio Quartararo | Monster Energy Yamaha | End of 2026 | 2021 Champion looking for redemption. |
Alex Rins | Monster Energy Yamaha | End of 2026 | Adaptable and experienced racer. |
Luca Marini | Honda | End of 2025 | Valentino Rossi’s brother, eager to prove his skills. |
Joan Mir | Honda | End of 2026 | 2020 Champion aiming for a comeback. |
Fabio Di Giannantonio | Pertamina Enduro VR46 | 2025–2026 | Promising talent in a competitive setup. |
Franco Morbidelli | Pertamina Enduro VR46 | End of 2025 | Skilled veteran with determination. |
Alex Marquez | Gresini Racing | End of 2026 | Two-time lower-class champion. |
Fermin Aldeguer | Gresini Racing | 2025–2026 (Option for 2+) | Moto2 graduate with high potential. |
Miguel Oliveira | Prima Pramac Racing | 2025–2026 | Versatile racer joining Yamaha machinery. |
Jack Miller | Prima Pramac Racing | 2025 | Charismatic rider known for daring moves. |
Johann Zarco | LCR Honda | N/A | Veteran with consistency and technical skill. |
Somkiat Chantra | LCR Honda | N/A | First Thai MotoGP rider; highly anticipated debut. |
Raul Fernandez | Trackhouse Racing | N/A | Speedy and tenacious rider making a statement. |
Ai Ogura | Trackhouse Racing | N/A | Moto2 standout with an enthusiastic following. |
Maverick Vinales | Red Bull KTM Tech3 | Multi-year | Experienced rider aiming for consistent results. |
Enea Bastianini | Red Bull KTM Tech3 | Multi-year | Aggressive racer, vital for KTM’s plans. |
Riders Retiring After 2024
Rider | Team | Future Role |
Aleix Espargaro | Aprilia Racing | HRC Test Rider (2025) |
Takaaki Nakagami | LCR Honda Idemitsu | HRC Test Rider (2025) |
Augusto Fernandez | Red Bull Tech3 GASGAS | Yamaha Test Rider (2025, TBD) |
Key Highlights of the Season
- New Venues: The 2025 MotoGP calendar now includes the Hungarian GP at Balaton Park which adds variety to the race circuit.
- Season Opener: The Chang International Circuit in Thailand will host the first MotoGP race in history as the season opener.
- Anticipated Showdowns: Jorge Martin is defending his title against tough opposition including Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez among others.
