After an exciting Aragon Grand Prix, the MotoGP paddock heads to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli for the San Marino Grand Prix, scheduled for 11 to 13 September.
The race marks Round 14 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship.
The title fight is tightening up nicely. Jorge Martin arrives at Misano leading the championship on 256 points, but Marc Marquez's victory at Aragon has cut the deficit to just 19 points.
Marco Bezzecchi remains firmly in contention, only 24 points off the lead, making it a genuine three-way battle for the crown.
Misano is expected to suit several riders. Home favourites Bezzecchi and Di Giannantonio will be looking to impress on Italian soil, while reigning champion Marc Marquez arrives with momentum after completing the Aragon sprint and race double. Championship leader Martin will be aiming to respond after finishing fifth in Spain.
BINDER TARGET TOP SIX
For South African fans, Brad Binder will be hoping for a stronger weekend after finishing 10th at Aragon. Misano's flowing layout has traditionally suited the KTM package, and Binder will be targeting a return to the top six.
THE CIRCUIT
The 4.226 km Misano circuit features 16 corners (10 right, 6 left) and is known for demanding braking zones and close racing.
The venue has become one of MotoGP's most popular stops and is regarded as a home race for many Italian riders and teams.
CALENDAR 2026 (all times CAT, GMT+2)
UP NEXT
San Marino GP (Misano), 13 Sept
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UPCOMING RACES
Austrian GP (Spielberg), 20 Sept
Japanese GP (Motegi), 4 Oct
Indonesian GP (Mandalika), 11 Oct
Australian GP (Phillip Island), 25 Oct
Malaysian GP (Sepang), 1 Nov
Portuguese GP (Portimão), 15 Nov
Valencia GP (Circuit Ricardo Tormo), 22 Nov
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COMPLETED RACES
1. THAILAND - 1 March
2. BRAZIL - 22 March
3. UNITED STATES GP - 29 March
4. SPANISH GP - 26 April
5. FRENCH GP - 10 May
6. CATALUNYA GP - 17 May
7. ITALIAN GP - 31 May
8. HUNGARIAN GP - 7 JUNE
9. CZECH GP (Brno)- 21 JUNE
10. Dutch TT (Assen) - 28 JUNE
11. German GP (Sachsenring) - 12 JULY
12. British GP (Silverstone) - 9 August
13. Aragon GP (MotorLand Aragón)- 30 August
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TEAMS & RIDERS
Ducati Lenovo — Marc Márquez, Francesco Bagnaia
Aprilia Racing — Jorge Martin, Marco Bezzecchi
Gresini Ducati — Alex Márquez, Fermin Aldeguer
VR46 Ducati — Franco Morbidelli, Fabio Di Giannantonio
KTM Factory — Pedro Acosta, Brad Binder
Tech3 KTM — Maverick Viñales, Enea Bastianini
Yamaha Factory (V4 debut) — Fabio Quartararo, Alex Rins
Honda HRC — Joan Mir, Luca Marini
LCR Honda — Johann Zarco, Diogo Moreira
Trackhouse Aprilia — Raul Fernandez, Ai Ogura