MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026 Gets Underway at Lusail International Circuit

The MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026 got underway at Lusail International Circuit on Friday, 6 November, with the opening free practice sessions marking the start of three days of motorcycle racing. The event is the 20th round of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship and continues until Sunday, 8 November.

Marc Márquez of Ducati Lenovo Team topped the opening MotoGP free practice session with a fastest lap of 1:52.278, finishing 0.110 seconds ahead of Marco Bezzecchi of Aprilia Racing. Fabio Di Giannantonio secured third place.

The programme continues on Saturday, 7 November, with qualifying sessions and the MotoGP Tissot Sprint at 7:00 PM. The main Grand Prix race is scheduled for Sunday, 8 November, at 7:00 PM under the floodlights. The weekend also features Moto2, Moto3 and the Idemitsu Moto4 Asia Cup.

--

About Qatar Living:

Since 2005, Qatar Living has been the trusted destination for everything Qatar. As the country's largest online community and marketplace, Qatar Living connects people with opportunities through jobs, property, vehicles, services, classifieds, events, local insights, and breaking news. Trusted by residents, newcomers, visitors, and businesses alike, Qatar Living brings Qatar together in one place.

Instagram - @qatarliving

X - @qatarliving

Facebook - Qatar Living

YouTube - qatarlivingofficial