News Summary
- No, there is no MotoGP race today, Sunday, November 15, 2026.
- The next event is the Portuguese Grand Prix at Portimão on November 20–22, with the sprint on Saturday and the main race on Sunday.
- Marc Márquez leads Jorge Martín by 60 points, with Portugal and Valencia remaining in the championship.
No, there is no MotoGP race today, Sunday, November 15, 2026. The championship is taking a scheduled weekend off following the Qatar Grand Prix before returning to the Algarve International Circuit in Portugal on November 20–22.
The pause comes at a decisive moment in the title battle. Marc Márquez leads Jorge Martín by 60 points, with just two rounds remaining.
The Portuguese Grand Prix could therefore determine the 2026 world champion before the season concludes in Valencia.
Why is there no MotoGP race today?
MotoGP has a scheduled break between the Qatar and Portuguese Grands Prix.
The most recent round took place at Lusail, where Aprilia’s Marco Bezzecchi won the main race and Pedro Acosta claimed victory in the sprint.
The championship now moves to Europe for its final two rounds.
There are no MotoGP practice, qualifying, sprint or Grand Prix sessions scheduled for Sunday, November 15.
The next track action begins on Friday, November 20, at Portimão.
Readers can also consult GRANDE PRÊMIO’s weekend guide for the full context of the break and the championship situation.
When is the next MotoGP race?
The next event is the Portuguese Grand Prix at the Algarve International Circuit, commonly known as Portimão.
The circuit is famous for its steep elevation changes, fast corners and demanding braking zones.
The weekend follows MotoGP’s usual format, with practice on Friday, qualifying and the sprint on Saturday, and the main Grand Prix on Sunday.
Portuguese MotoGP Grand Prix 2026 dates
| Session | Date |
|---|---|
| Free Practice 1 and Practice | Friday, November 20 |
| Qualifying | Saturday, November 21 |
| Sprint | Saturday, November 21 |
| Grand Prix | Sunday, November 22 |
The official MotoGP calendar confirms the event dates. Session start times should be checked against the final event timetable, particularly for international viewers.
The race weekend will be the penultimate round of the championship.
Can Marc Márquez win the MotoGP title in Portugal?
Yes. Márquez enters the Portuguese Grand Prix with a 60-point advantage over Martín.
With two weekends remaining, a maximum of 74 points is still available: 37 in Portugal and another 37 in Valencia.
The Ducati rider therefore has an opportunity to secure the championship before the final round.
Martín must recover a substantial number of points to keep the title battle alive, making both the Portuguese sprint and Grand Prix potentially decisive.
The Aprilia rider has also been managing a wrist injury, which affected his performance during the Qatar weekend.
The break between races provides additional recovery time, although his physical condition will need to be assessed again before the next round.
The title permutations are explored in GRANDE PRÊMIO’s analysis of Martín’s championship challenge.
What happened at the Qatar MotoGP Grand Prix?
The Qatar weekend produced another strong result for Aprilia.
Marco Bezzecchi won the main Grand Prix at Lusail, while Raúl Fernández finished on the podium, demonstrating the manufacturer’s improved competitiveness.
Márquez nevertheless retained a commanding championship lead, despite not winning the race.
Martín collected points in both the sprint and the Grand Prix, but the gap remains substantial.
The final two rounds will also provide opportunities for teams to evaluate their riders and machinery before the technical changes scheduled for 2027.
Ducati, Aprilia, KTM, Honda and Yamaha are all preparing for the new 850cc era, which will introduce revised aerodynamic restrictions and Pirelli tyres.
What MotoGP races remain in 2026?
Only two rounds remain on the calendar.
| Grand Prix | Dates | Circuit |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | November 20–22 | Algarve International Circuit |
| Valencia | November 27–29 | Circuit Ricardo Tormo |
The Portuguese Grand Prix could decide the riders’ championship, while Valencia will close the season regardless of the title outcome.
The final two events will also determine several positions in the riders’ and teams’ standings.
Although there is no MotoGP race on November 15, the championship returns in five days for a potentially decisive weekend.
GRANDE PRÊMIO is following every session of the 2026 MotoGP championship, including the Portuguese and Valencia Grands Prix.
