MotoGP returns to Brazil for the first time since 2004 this weekend at the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiania. Pedro Acosta leads the championship heading into Round 2 after Thailand, with Marc Marquez looking to bounce back following a difficult opener. Torrential rain caused flooding at the circuit earlier this week but organisers confirm the event will go ahead as scheduled.
Francesco Bagnaia has expressed concern about the Brazil GP weather after visiting the flooded Autodromo Ayrton Senna this week. The Ducati rider called Tuesday’s situation pretty critical, warning conditions before the final two corners could be extremely difficult if heavy rain returns during the race weekend. Despite his concerns Bagnaia praised the brand new smooth asphalt, describing it as a billiard table. Rain is forecast throughout the weekend.
Gresini Racing has confirmed Fermin Aldeguer will return to action at the Brazilian Grand Prix after a successful private test following his fractured femur. The 20 year old fractured his left femur in a training accident on January 8 and missed all pre season testing and the Thailand opener. A source close to Aldeguer confirmed training went very well with very good sensations, and everything points to him racing in Brazil without any problems.
Honda rookie Diogo Moreira will honour Brazilian legend Ayrton Senna with a special helmet design at his home MotoGP race in Goiania. The event marks MotoGP’s return to Brazil after more than two decades. Moreira hopes the tribute will motivate him as he races in front of local fans.
Pedro Acosta says he is surprised to be leading the MotoGP standings after the opening round in Thailand. The KTM rider admitted the season is still long and expectations must remain realistic. Despite strong results in Buriram, Acosta stressed his focus is on consistency and learning as the 2026 campaign continues.
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MotoGP rookie Diogo Moreira is eager to follow Marc Marquez on track as often as possible after learning from the champion’s aggressive corner entry style during Thailand practice. The Brazilian, who regularly trains with both Marc and Alex Marquez, also revealed he borrowed the reigning champion’s gloves for his debut race after his own pair did not fit properly. Moreira scored points on debut finishing 13th.
MotoGP is back in Brazil. After 22 years away, the paddock rolls into Goiânia this weekend for Round 2 of the 2026 season. For most riders on the current grid,…
Reigning MotoGP champion Marc Marquez has ruled out matching Valentino Rossi’s remarkable career longevity, insisting he will not race until the age of 40. Speaking at an event in Brazil, the 33 year old said he hopes to extend his career as long as possible but acknowledged multiple surgeries make a Rossi style farewell tour impossible. Marquez described himself as being in his final dance as a rider.
MotoGP’s historic return to Brazil is under serious threat after torrential rain flooded the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiania this week. The circuit was hit by heavy rain on both Monday and Tuesday, with the paddock access tunnel submerged under 25cm of water and parts of the track itself also affected. Goiania’s Civil Defence issued an emergency flooding alert as organisers race to clear the circuit with 48 hours remaining before practice begins.