MotoGP 2025: What to Expect in the Upcoming Races

As the MotoGP season progresses, fans are eagerly anticipating the return of the thrilling races after a brief hiatus. This weekend, there will be no MotoGP events taking place, but the excitement is set to resume from November 7 to November 9, 2025, with the Portugal Grand Prix. This race is significant as it marks the penultimate event of the 2025 season, following its previous role as the second race of the 2024 season.

Race Schedule and Venue Details

The Portugal Grand Prix will take place at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, located in Portimão. This circuit is renowned for its challenging layout, measuring 4,600 meters in length and featuring a total of 15 corners—six to the left and nine to the right. The track’s width is 18 meters, and it boasts a long straight that stretches nearly 1 kilometer, providing ample opportunities for overtaking and high-speed racing.

The schedule for the MotoGP events is as follows:

• Saturday, November 8, 2025
  • 12:00 PM (Sprint Race)
  • 10:00 AM (Main Race on Sunday)

Recap of the 2025 Season

As we look back at the 2025 MotoGP season, one of the standout moments was the last race held in Malaysia at the Sepang International Circuit. In the sprint race, Francesco Bagnaia clinched victory, with Alex Marquez and Pedro Acosta rounding out the podium. The main race saw Alex Marquez take the win, followed closely by Pedro Acosta and Joan Mir in the top three positions, while Franco Morbidelli and Fabio Quartararo finished just behind them.

As the season nears its conclusion, the competition has intensified. Notably, Marc Marquez has already secured the championship title at the previous event in Japan, accumulating an impressive 545 points. With only two races remaining—Portugal and Valencia—Alex Marquez has confirmed his position as the runner-up, marking a remarkable achievement for the Marquez family in the championship standings.

While the championship title has been decided, the battle for third place remains fierce. Several riders, including Marco Bezzecchi, Francesco Bagnaia, Pedro Acosta, Franco Morbidelli, and Fabio Di Giannantonio, are still in contention, making the upcoming races all the more exciting for fans and participants alike.

Upcoming Race Weekend Schedule

The Portugal Grand Prix weekend promises a jam-packed schedule for fans and riders. Here is a detailed breakdown of the event’s programming:

Friday, November 7, 2025

• 05:30 AM – Moto E: Free Practice 1 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 06:00 AM – Moto3: Free Practice 1 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 06:50 AM – Moto2: Free Practice 1 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 07:45 AM – MotoGP: Free Practice 1 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 09:35 AM – Moto E: Official Practice (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 10:15 AM – Moto3: Official Practice (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 11:05 AM – Moto2: Official Practice (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 12:00 PM – MotoGP: Official Practice (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 02:00 PM – Moto E: Qualifying (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)

Saturday, November 8, 2025

• 05:40 AM – Moto3: Free Practice 2 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 06:25 AM – Moto2: Free Practice 2 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 07:10 AM – MotoGP: Free Practice 2 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 07:50 AM – MotoGP: Qualifying (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 09:10 AM – Moto E: Race 1 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 09:45 AM – Moto3: Qualifying (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 10:40 AM – Moto2: Qualifying (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 12:00 PM – MotoGP: Sprint Race (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 01:10 PM – Moto E: Race 2 (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)

Sunday, November 9, 2025

• 06:40 AM – MotoGP: Warm-Up
• 08:15 AM – Moto2: Race (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 10:00 AM – MotoGP: Main Race (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)
• 11:30 AM – Moto3: Race (ESPN4 | Disney+ Premium)

Conclusion of the 2025 Championship

With the championship title already claimed by Marc Marquez, the focus shifts to the competition for the remaining podium positions. Fans are looking forward to thrilling performances from the riders as they battle it out on the track in Portugal. With the stakes high, the upcoming races are expected to deliver an electrifying atmosphere, showcasing the incredible talent and determination of the MotoGP athletes.

As the MotoGP community prepares for the Portugal Grand Prix, excitement continues to build, promising an unforgettable weekend of racing for fans and participants alike. Get ready to witness the thrilling action as the best riders in the world take to the track once again!