Big things have been going on in MotoGP lately.
First, there was the launch of a new logo (which, to be honest, was a bit meh). Then came the drama with KTM’s insolvency and uncertain motorsports future—not to mention rumors swirling about Pedro Acosta already being in talks with a certain red Italian manufacturer.
But now, there’s some really exciting news for MotoGP fans, especially those living in South America: MotoGP is officially making its long-awaited comeback to Brazil.
From the 2026 season, Brazil will host MotoGP for five consecutive seasons, running all the way through 2030. The deal was made with the government of Goiás—the most populous state in the country’s midwest—alongside Brasil Motorsport, Brazil’s leading motorsport media company. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Brasil Motorsport is a key player behind the success of the Formula 1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix. So yeah, they know a thing or two about hosting epic racing events.
As for the venue, the races will take place at the Goiânia International Racetrack Ayrton Senna, a circuit with its fair share of MotoGP history. The track last hosted the series from 1987 to 1989 before the event moved to other Brazilian tracks. Fast forward two decades and Goiânia is gearing up for an epic comeback.
Of course, a lot of work is going into the racetrack and its facilities to ensure that it’ll be up to the discerning standards of the global MotoGP audience. The clockwise track has 11 turns and spans 2.4 miles per lap in its longest configuration, and can be configured in two other smaller layouts. It’s a high-speed circuit with its main straight encompassing the entire length of the track, plus its turns are wide and sweeping, allowing for some exciting potential overtaking maneuvers.
Here's the track's layout in Assetto Corsa.
And as for Brazil, well the South American country has long been home to a diehard MotoGP fanbase. Racing legend and seven-time champ Alex Barros is by all means a national hero, and rising star Diogo Moreira, who recently bagged the Moto2 Rookie of the Year award, is giving Brazilian fans a lot to be excited about. And so, the return of the MotoGP to Brazil seems pretty timely, and who knows, maybe by 2026, Moreira will have stepped up to the premiere class?
“The return of MotoGP to Goiás is a historic landmark for us,” said Governor Ronaldo Caiado. “Goiânia will be, for the next five years, the home of MotoGP in Brazil. We are working to ensure that the infrastructure and services provide an unforgettable experience for riders, teams, and fans.”
While it’s still more than a year away (we still have the entire 2025 MotoGP season to look forward to, guys), the return of MotoGP to Brazil is definitely something to look forward to. Not only does it mark a new era for fans in South America, but it also adds an exciting travel destination for racing fans from all across the globe.
Source: MotoGP
