Category: Moto GP

1. The 2025 MotoGP competition calendar is set – the battle for the trophy begins

   Posted on 12:00pm Friday 20th Jun 2025

   The thrill of speed, adrenaline, and fierce competition is back: the organizers of the MotoGP championship have officially announced the calendar for the 2025 season — the most prestigious and globally significant marathon in motorsports history.

   For top riders, teams, and millions of fans worldwide, this isn’t just a schedule of dates, but a roadmap to a new era where every Grand Prix is a battle for victory, and every race is a step closer to the championship title. Fans are already turning to bookmakers like Ireland 1xBet.ie/en to place bets on their favorites and claim their winnings.

   The 2025 MotoGP calendar continues to expand in both scope and intensity, featuring around 20 to 22 races — highlighting a push for maximum competition. As in previous seasons, each Grand Prix weekend will include a Saturday sprint race, adding extra excitement and making the race weekends even more intense.

   The season kicks off with the second Grand Prix in Thailand, while the finale is set for November 16th at the iconic Ricardo Tormo Circuit near Valencia, Spain—a track where the championship title is often decided.

   The calendar features races across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia, making the championship a truly global tour. This worldwide scope will be covered extensively by leading sports channels and websites, including The Irish Times, which regularly updates readers on the latest news from various disciplines. As a result, fans will stay informed about every stage of the 2025 MotoGP season and be better equipped to make accurate predictions.

   Key moments and significant turns

   Fans look forward to watching races on traditional, iconic tracks such as Mugello (Italy), Assen (Netherlands), Phillip Island (Australia), and COTA (USA). The season will kick off at the Buriram International Circuit, which will host four races, including the Argentine, American, and Qatar Grands Prix. Elsewhere, the British Grand Prix will be held on May 25th as the seventh round of the season, while the Catalan Grand Prix in Barcelona will take place earlier, on May 7th.

   Following the announcement that the Autódromo Internacional Algarve near Portimão has signed a new contract to continue hosting the Portuguese Grand Prix, this race will be scheduled just before the finale in Valencia, which will close out the season. Notably, the calendar does not include the Kazakhstan Grand Prix at the Sokol track, which was canceled two years ago due to various organizational issues.

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   What can fans expect from MotoGP 2025?

   The races require preparation that begins long before the start. Drivers need to be in peak condition. Frequent flights, changing time zones, the constant pressure of sprint races and Sunday Grand Prix - all this requires incredible endurance and psychological resilience.

   Moving tons of equipment, motorcycles, parts and personnel around the world is a logistically difficult task that requires careful planning and execution. Every race, every practice, every qualifying is important. Teams must carefully plan the use of engines, tires, and resources to remain competitive throughout the season. We expect detailed coverage of the races on various web portals, in particular, on RTÉ, which never disappoints fans with interesting news. You just need to find the relevant information about motorcycle racing and the players.

   For millions of MotoGP fans, the calendar announcement marks the beginning of their plans.

   1. The chance to attend a Grand Prix: Many fans will use the calendar to plan trips to their favorite tracks and experience the thrill of live racing.

   2. Exciting viewing: The constant action and competition across different continents provide an almost non-stop stream of races, keeping fans hooked on every turn and overtake.

   3. Cultural diversity: Each Grand Prix showcases the culture of its host country, adding a unique flavor to every stage. To truly discover these cultures, a trip is the best way. You can find more about profitable tourism here https://everydaytourist.ca/street-views/smarter-travel-16-ways-to-see-europe-without-spending-too-much, there are many useful tips.   

   The 2025 MotoGP season promises to be fiercely competitive. With new signings, potential debutants, and established stars like Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, Enea Bastianini, Jorge Martin, and others, the battle for the title will be intense right up to the final meter. Technological innovations from manufacturers such as Ducati, KTM, Aprilia, Yamaha, and Honda will also play a crucial role.

    

    

    

    

    

    

    

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2. ASTRA OTOPARTS & GRESINI MOTOGP EXTEND COLLABORATION UNTIL 2027

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 12th Jun 2025

   Astra Otoparts and Gresini Racing have announced a new multi-year partnership extension that will see the two parties continue their successful collaboration until the end of the 2027 season.  As the largest automotive component manufacturing and trading group in Indonesia, Astra Otoparts once again places its trust in the Gresini MotoGP project, reaffirming its commitment to support the team and riders Alex Marquez, a consistent podium contender in MotoGp, and Fermin Aldeguer, an exciting new young talent from Moto2, as they pursue continued success in the premier class. Aspira, one of Astra Otoparts’ top brands, will remain a prominent feature across all key visual elements of the Team Gresini MotoGP setup: from the bikes to the riders’ leathers, team uniforms, pit-box panels, team trucks, and MotoGP hospitality areas. Astra Otoparts continues to play a crucial role in strengthening collaboration between Gresini Racing and Indonesia — a country that has become a second home for the Faenza-based team.

    

   MARTOGI SIAHAAN – DIRECTOR of ASTRA OTOPARTS  "Our journey began in the Moto2 championship and has steadily progressed into the premier class of MotoGP. This long-standing partnership reflects both our loyalty and our commitment to supporting Gresini in achieving excellence at the highest level of motorcycle racing. As a proud Indonesian brand, we are honored to continue this partnership through 2027 with Aspira, and to showcase our spirit on the world stage." CARLO MERLINI – COMMERCIAL AND MARKETING DIRECTOR of GRESINI RACING “I’m truly pleased to announce that our long-lasting partnership with Astra Otoparts has been extended to 2027.  Fifteen years together is definitely a time span that tells more than the mere reciprocal achievement of the goals, it goes beyond and certifies a relationship that is funded on trust and shared values. A heartfelt thank you to the entire Astra Otoparts team for their continued trust and collaboration. Now let’s keep enjoying together this 2025 season that seems to have started off on the right foot.”

    

    

3. BMW Motorrad UK to Host Isle of Man Senior TT Live Screenings

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 10th Jun 2025

   BMW Motorrad UK is inviting motorcycle enthusiasts to experience the thrill of the legendary Isle of Man Senior TT race live in retailers. On Saturday 7th June, 21 selected BMW Motorrad retailers across the UK will be screening the world-famous road race on big screens - offering fans a front-row seat to one of motorcycle racing’s most iconic events.

   Attendees will have the opportunity to watch a whole host of star riders competing onboard BMW machinery - as they tackle the 37.73-mile Mountain Course aboard the M 1000 RR.

   In addition to the live coverage, visitors can enjoy the showroom atmosphere with like-minded fans, meet and chat with BMW Motorrad experts, and take advantage of special in-store offers. Refreshments and hospitality will also be available at select locations, as the day promises to provide a full-day of entertainment for racing fans and BMW enthusiasts.

   This event offers a unique opportunity to come together and celebrate road racing culture, and connect with the machines and people that power it.

   For a full list of participating retailers and to book your place, visit:

   www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/en/service/forms/tt-event.htm

    

    

    

4. GRESINI IN FLIGHT MODE AT ARAGON WITH DOUBLE SPRINT PODIUM

   Posted on 12:00pm Sunday 8th Jun 2025

   ALEX MARQUEZ #73
   “Marc’s start was a bad one, but not as bad as I’d hoped. I tried to push, but when I saw him behind me, I realised that the smartest thing to do was to settle for second place. On a racetrack where your main rival is so dominant, we need to have a clever approach to racing. We’ll obviously try to defeat him tomorrow, but at the moment he’s got one and a half gears on us. We celebrate another podium and don’t give anything for granted; great job also by Fermin, who keeps growing.”
   
   FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
   “We did take a gamble with the tyre choice, but it wasn’t luck. We worked on it, and it was a carefully thought decision. It was a risk worth taking in the Sprint race also to gather some data ahead of tomorrow. We got a great start which will be hard to replicate tomorrow, but we have all it takes to do well tomorrow”.

    

    

5. D3O ambassador Michael Dunlop claims 2025 Superbike TT podium

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 3rd Jun 2025

   The 2025 RST x D3O Superbike TT Race delivered all the excitement that the Mountain Course is known for – with Michael Dunlop finishing on the podium in second place, trusting D3O impact protection in his Furygan suit. The TT legend was quick from the flag drop, registering as 197.55mph through the Sulby speed trap on the opening lap, but found himself losing time to Davey Todd. This gap reduced to 1.585 seconds in the pit stop at the end of lap 2, before reducing further as Dunlop pushed on in the second half of the 4-lap race, setting the fastest lap of the race on the final lap. Unfortunately, the Northern Irishman found it hard to get his flow back after making his way past Dean Harrison on the road, but was able to end the RST x D3O Superbike TT Race in second place. In addition, there were three riders who finished inside of the top-ten that have taken advantage of the new partnership between RST and D3O – showcasing the cooperation between two of motorcycle safety’s most forward-thinking brands at one of the world’s most iconic motorcycle events. Nathan Harrison, who set his first official 132mph lap during the race, finished in fourth place, with David Johnson in fifth and Paul Jordan in tenth. Ahead of the riders tackling the 37.75-mile-long Mountain Course, D3O and RST hosted an event for riders and media yesterday at the RST race truck at the TT Grandstand. Hosted by special guests Grace Webb and Lee Johnston, attendees were able to get up close and personal with the new limited edition RST TT suit with integrated D3O armour and take part in hands-on product demonstrations from D3O. Mostyn Thomas, CMO of D3O “Congratulations to Michael on his 45th podium. We are glad he didn’t need us and yet again he has shown, what it means to us to Give It Orange.” The partnership with RST, that was officially announced last week, will see D3O armour integrated into all RST-sponsored rider suits, as well as race suits available for public purchase and the full product line in the upcoming RST 2026 collection. TT fans will also be able to benefit from the year of development in collaboration with RST’s elite factory riders, with a limited-edition RST x TT race suit equipped with D3O armour that is available to pre-order at the Isle of Man TT. The full RST range with integrated D3O will be available online and in stores November 2025 as part of the 2026 collection.