In an exclusive preview of the plans, once MotoGP is acquired by Liberty, it will continue operating in its current form for one year. However, starting in 2026, the Formula 1 and MotoGP calendars will merge into one, with both racing series sharing weekends at some of the most prestigious venues in motorsport.
The 2025 and ’26 FIA-approved F1 calendar will remain largely unchanged from this year. This means that by the time the merger takes place, MotoGP and F1 will have already completed their third rounds of the Championship, having raced at tracks like Bahrain, Jeddah, and Melbourne. It’s worth noting that these three tracks are currently not approved by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), the governing body for two-wheel motorized sports, similar to how the FIA governs cars and F1.
Ahead of the expected announcement later today, a spokesperson shared exclusive details with GrandPrix247. They stated, “While there are several race tracks on the calendar that are used by both F1 and MotoGP, most of them will require adaptations to accommodate both disciplines racing on the same days. Tracks like COTA, Silverstone, Red Bull Ring, Barcelona, and Lusail are already on the calendar and will be easily integrated. However, street circuits such as Monaco, Baku, Miami, Las Vegas, Montreal, and Singapore pose unique challenges that will need to be addressed.”
The spokesperson further revealed, “We have found a way to overcome these challenges and will unveil our solution in the upcoming announcement. We have utilized futuristic ‘Rapid Inflatable Barrier Safety’ (R.I.B.S) technology, which has received positive feedback from F1 and MotoGP world champions, as well as drivers and riders from both series. This technology will make MotoGP at Monaco a reality.”
When it comes to the structure of Grand Prix weekends, which will now include MotoGP alongside Porsche Supercup, Formula 3, Formula 2, and, in some races, the F1 Academy, the spokesperson emphasized the importance of content. They stated, “Our goal is to provide fans with a diverse range of races that are well managed and entertaining. This will be achieved through our various social media platforms, including sporadic live coverage on Tik-Tok, full race weekend highlights on YouTube and Facebook, and clips on Instagram and Twitter. Additionally, pay-for F1TV will offer comprehensive coverage, ensuring constant content on GP weekends.”
The spokesperson concluded by saying, “This is all the information I can share prior to the official announcement today.” Stay tuned for updates on this report as soon as the official news becomes available…