2026 MotoGP Australian Grand Prix details

The 2026 MotoGP Australian Grand Prix will be held from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 October 2026 at the historic Phillip Island circuit, marking the last time the race takes place at this location.

Close championship battle at the event

The event will feature a closely contested championship battle between Jorge Martin and Marc Márquez, who are only two points apart in the standings, with both aiming to influence the season's outcome.

Race schedule and broadcasting

The race schedule includes Free Practice 1 on Friday 23 October at 1:45 am, followed by Practice at 6 am, both broadcast on Canal+ Sport 360. Additional sessions are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, with all events aired on Canal+ Sport 360 and Canal+.

Viewing options in France

Viewers in France can watch the event on Canal+ channels and its streaming service. Canal+ has been the primary broadcaster of MotoGP and other motorsport events in the country, including Formula 1, WRC, and IndyCar.

Subscription costs for access

To access Canal+ content, viewers must subscribe to the Canal+ Sport package, which starts at 29.99 euros per month. Alternative options include Eurosport on HBO Max, starting at 5.99 euros per month with an additional 5 euros for the Sport option, or through Canal+ and Prime Video offers.