The Thailand GP will be, for the first time, the opening round of the MotoGP World Championship next season, with the same happening in 2026. Next year, it will take place between February 28th and March 2nd, naturally including Moto2 and Moto3 as well.
Thailand made its debut on the calendar in 2018 at the Buriram circuit and has only missed hosting the championship in 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In the premier class, the winners were Marc Márquez (twice), Miguel Oliveira, and Jorge Martín.
The Thai market is particularly significant for manufacturers, not only considering the big fan base but also the millions of two-wheeled vehicles on the country’s roads. The full calendar for the 2025 season will be revealed later this year.
Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna, expressed his excitement in a press release: ‘We are very excited to reveal that the 2025 and 2026 season openers will be the Thai Grand Prix at Buriram. Southeast Asia is one of our most important markets, both for the sport and for our factories and partners. Thailand plays a leading role in that, and the passion is clear to see in the huge crowds we enjoy at Buriram year on year. We know they will create an incredible atmosphere for the first event of the season’.
Ezpeleta added: ‘As soon as Buriram joined the calendar, it became an instant favourite. It’s easy to understand why: it’s a fantastic place to enjoy MotoGP, with a layout crafted to showcase the best of our close racing – very much proven by the incredible show we enjoyed at the track last season. We’re looking forward to coming back later this year and then to return in 2025 for a history-making season opener’.