News Summary

The Hungarian Grand Prix is set to disappear from the MotoGP calendar in 2027, bringing Balaton Park’s brief spell in the World Championship to an end after only two seasons.

According to information published by Spanish newspaper AS, Hungary is absent from the schedule that MotoGP will officially present on Friday, September 25. The championship has not yet announced the removal or provided an explanation for the decision.

Balaton Park joined MotoGP in 2025, ending Hungary’s 33-year absence from the motorcycle Grand Prix calendar. The circuit remained on the schedule in 2026 but will not return for the beginning of MotoGP’s new 850cc technical era.

The Hungarian venue was heavily modified before its World Championship debut, with changes to the layout, barriers and run-off areas. However, riders continued to raise concerns about its narrow, slow and stop-start configuration.

MotoGP reshapes calendar for new 850cc era

Hungary’s departure is one of several changes expected for 2027. Argentina will return with a race at the renovated Oscar y Juan Gálvez circuit, replacing Termas de Río Hondo as the country’s MotoGP venue.

GRANDE PRÊMIO previously revealed that the Buenos Aires MotoGP round is scheduled for April 9–11, with the Grand Prix taking place on Sunday, April 11.

Australia will also leave Phillip Island and move to a new venue in Adelaide. The project will use a temporary circuit built around an urban park, with extensive gravel traps and safety areas designed specifically for motorcycle racing.

MotoGP deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta has described the Adelaide project as a test case for future urban events, although he stressed that the model will be difficult to reproduce elsewhere.

The season will begin at Buriram in Thailand and conclude at Valencia from November 26–28. MotoGP officially confirmed Valencia’s position as the championship finale on Tuesday but deferred publication of the complete calendar until Friday.

No replacement announced for Hungary

It is not yet clear whether Hungary’s removal will reduce the total number of races or whether another event will occupy its position on the calendar.

MotoGP contested 22 rounds in 2026 and has continued pursuing expansion in strategically important markets. The addition of Buenos Aires and Adelaide, however, means the championship is already managing two major logistical and infrastructure changes for 2027.

The new season will also introduce 850cc engines, reduced aerodynamics, a ban on ride-height devices and Pirelli as MotoGP’s official tyre supplier.

The complete MotoGP calendar, including the final number of rounds and Hungary’s confirmed absence, is scheduled to be released on Friday.

MotoGP today: FAQ

Who leads the 2026 MotoGP championship?

Jorge Martín leads with 306 points, 12 ahead of Marc Márquez. Marco Bezzecchi is third with 264 points.

When is the next MotoGP race?

The Japanese GP is the next round, taking place at Mobility Resort Motegi from 2–4 October. Sunday’s MotoGP race starts at 06:00 UK.

Did Pedro Acosta win his first MotoGP race?

Yes. Acosta claimed his maiden MotoGP victory at the 2026 Austrian GP, beating Martín and Bezzecchi at KTM’s home circuit.

Is Hungary on the 2027 MotoGP calendar?

No. Hungary is absent from the reported 2027 schedule, although MotoGP will only publish the complete official calendar on Friday, September 25.