MotoGP secures British GP venue with new Silverstone contract
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:15 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
MotoGP has confirmed a new two-year contract with Silverstone, ensuring the British Grand Prix will be part of the racing calendar until at least 2028. The announcement was made ahead of this year’s UK round of MotoGP, which marks the beginning of the second half of the 2026 season. Despite MotoGP facing challenges in matching Formula 1’s popularity at the venue, Silverstone remains committed to promoting motorcycle racing. The UK continues to be an important market for the championship, and plans are in place to enhance fan engagement around the event. Next year's British GP will again be held in August.
- •Silverstone will host the British GP until at least 2028.
- •Announcement made prior to the UK MotoGP round.
- •Efforts are underway to boost fan engagement this year.
- •The UK is recognized as a vital market for MotoGP.
- 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — MotoGP confirms British Grand Prix future with new Silverstone deal
- 8:41 AMAutosport — Silverstone to continue hosting MotoGP's British GP after new deal
- 8:36 AMMotorsport.com — MotoGP agrees new two-year deal with Silverstone for British GP
- 8:36 AMYahoo Sports — MotoGP agrees new two-year deal with Silverstone for British GP
"MotoGP has announced a new two-year contract with Silverstone, ensuring the British Grand Prix will remain on the calendar until at least 2028. The news was made official on the eve of this year’s United Kingdom round of MotoGP, which marks the start of the second half of the 2026 season. Although MotoGP hasn’t been able to replicate the same success that Formula 1 has enjoyed at ...Keep reading
"MotoGP has announced a new two-year contract with Silverstone, ensuring the British Grand Prix will remain on the calendar until at least 2028. The news was made official on the eve of this year’s United Kingdom round of MotoGP, which marks the start of the second half of the 2026 season. Although MotoGP hasn’t been able to replicate the same success that Formula 1 has enjoyed at ...Keep reading
"The British Grand Prix has gotten off to the perfect start with a major announcement from MotoGP. The series has revealed a new deal with Silverstone to host the event just a day before bikes hit the track for Friday practice.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:15 AMMotoGP confirms British Grand Prix future with new Silverstone deal
The British Grand Prix has gotten off to the perfect start with a major announcement from MotoGP. The series has revealed a new deal with Silverstone to host the event just a day before bikes hit the track for Friday practice.
- AutosportAug 6, 2026, 8:41 AMSilverstone to continue hosting MotoGP's British GP after new deal
MotoGP has announced a new two-year contract with Silverstone, ensuring the British Grand Prix will remain on the calendar until at least 2028. The news was made official on the eve of this year’s United Kingdom round of MotoGP, which marks the start of the second half of the 2026 season. Although MotoGP hasn’t been able to replicate the same success that Formula 1 has enjoyed at ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 6, 2026, 8:36 AMMotoGP agrees new two-year deal with Silverstone for British GP
MotoGP has announced a new two-year contract with Silverstone, ensuring the British Grand Prix will remain on the calendar until at least 2028. The news was made official on the eve of this year’s United Kingdom round of MotoGP, which marks the start of the second half of the 2026 season. Although MotoGP hasn’t been able to replicate the same success that Formula 1 has enjoyed at ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 8:36 AMMotoGP agrees new two-year deal with Silverstone for British GP
The short-to-mid-term future of the British GP is now secure following a two-year extension
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