Silverstone secures MotoGP British Grand Prix through 2028
MotoGP announced a two‑year contract extension with Silverstone, confirming the British Grand Prix will remain on the calendar at least until 2028. The agreement highlights the United Kingdom’s importance as a market and builds on a partnership that began when the circuit returned in 2010 after a long hiatus. Silverstone, a historic venue that has produced 11 different winners in the last 11 editions, will host the 2026 round from 7 – 9 9 August.
The 2026 championship is exceptionally close: leader Jorge Martín (Aprilia) heads the standings with 208 points, Ai Ogura (Trackhouse/Aprilia) is second on 194, Marc Márquez (Ducati) third on 190, Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia) fourth on 186 and Fabio Di Giannantonio (VR46) fifth on 184. Five riders are within 24 points of the lead, making Silverstone a decisive venue for the title fight.
Riders have commented on the circuit’s demands. Ai Ogura said a top‑six finish would be a good result and noted the cold, fast layout can be tricky. Pecco Bagnaia, recovering from arm‑pump surgery, described Silverstone as physically demanding. The track is 5.9 km long with 18 corners, and its unpredictable weather adds another variable to the already tight championship battle.
Entities: Ai Ogura · Fabio Di Giannantonio · Francesco Bagnaia · Jorge Martin · Marc Márquez · MotoGP · Pecco Bagnaia · Silverstone Circuit
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Silverstone circuit is 5.9 km long with 18 corners. (Circuit data)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Five riders are within 24 points of the championship lead in the 2026 season. (MotoGP points analysis)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Jorge Martín leads the 2026 MotoGP standings with 208 points, followed by Ai Ogura (194), Marc Márquez (190), Marco Bezzecchi (186) and Fabio Di Giannantonio (184). (MotoGP points table)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ai Ogura said a top‑six finish at Silverstone would be a good result and noted the circuit is challenging in cold conditions. (Ai Ogura press conference)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Silverstone has hosted MotoGP since 2010 and has produced 11 different winners in the last 11 races. (MotoGP history)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Silverstone signed a two‑year contract extension to host the MotoGP British Grand Prix until at least 2028. (MotoGP and Silverstone officials)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Pecco Bagnaia, recovering from arm‑pump surgery, described Silverstone as a physically demanding track. (Bagnaia interview)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The 2026 British Grand Prix will be held at Silverstone from 7 August to 9 August. (MotoGP schedule)