MotoGP to adopt two qualifying sessions weekly, similar to F1 format
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 4:31 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
MotoGP plans to implement two qualifying sessions every race weekend, with one session for the main event and another for the sprint race. This initiative mirrors the qualifying system used in Formula 1. Discussions have occurred among teams, the championship organization, and manufacturers, with approval anticipated in the near future. The introduction of this format aims to enhance competition and fan engagement during race weekends.
- •Two qualifying sessions planned for each weekend in MotoGP.
- •One session dedicated to the main race and another for the sprint.
- •Proposal discussed among teams, organizers, and manufacturers.
- •Green light for the initiative expected soon.
- 4:31 PMAutosport — MotoGP plans to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, following F1 model
- 4:31 PMMotorsport.com — MotoGP plans to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, following F1 model
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — MotoGP plans to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, following F1 model
"MotoGP is planning to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, one for the main race and another for the sprint, following the model used by Formula 1, Autosport has learned. The initiative has already been put on the table at the dialogue forum involving the teams, the championship organisation and the manufacturers, with the proposal expected to be given the green light in the coming ...Keep reading
"MotoGP is planning to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, one for the main race and another for the sprint, following the model used by Formula 1, Motorsport.com has learned. The initiative has already been put on the table at the dialogue forum involving the teams, the championship organisation and the manufacturers, with the proposal expected to be given the green light in the ...Keep reading
"The grid for sprint races could be decided by a dedicated qualifying next year
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External links- AutosportSep 18, 2026, 4:31 PMMotoGP plans to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, following F1 model
MotoGP is planning to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, one for the main race and another for the sprint, following the model used by Formula 1, Autosport has learned. The initiative has already been put on the table at the dialogue forum involving the teams, the championship organisation and the manufacturers, with the proposal expected to be given the green light in the coming ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comSep 18, 2026, 4:31 PMMotoGP plans to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, following F1 model
MotoGP is planning to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, one for the main race and another for the sprint, following the model used by Formula 1, Motorsport.com has learned. The initiative has already been put on the table at the dialogue forum involving the teams, the championship organisation and the manufacturers, with the proposal expected to be given the green light in the ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 4:31 PMMotoGP plans to introduce two qualifying sessions each weekend, following F1 model
The grid for sprint races could be decided by a dedicated qualifying next year
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