"MotoGP confirms that the Qatar Grand Prix, originally scheduled for April, has been postponed to November 8 due to the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East. The Lusail International Circuit was set to host the fourth round of the 2026 championship from April 10-12 but it has now been rescheduled for November 8, organisers said in a statement."
"Following extensive scenario planning and calendar analysis, the revised date has been chosen to ensure minimal disruption to the wider MotoGP schedule. The Portuguese Grand Prix will now take place on November 22 and the season finale in Valencia will move to November 29, organisers added."
"Due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East region, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will not take place in April, F1 said. While several alternatives were considered, it was ultimately decided that no substitutions will be made in April."
MotoGP has postponed the Qatar Grand Prix from April 10-12 to November 8, 2026, due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The Lusail International Circuit will host the rescheduled event following extensive scenario planning and calendar analysis to minimize disruption. The Portuguese Grand Prix moves to November 22 and Valencia season finale to November 29. Concurrently, Formula One cancelled its April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, citing safety concerns related to the Iran conflict and retaliatory attacks affecting both countries. No substitute races were scheduled for April. These decisions reflect heightened security considerations across motorsport due to regional instability.
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