When does the MotoGP French GP 2026 start?

The MotoGP French GP weekend begins on May 8, 2026 with Free Practice 1 at 08:45 UTC. The main race is scheduled for May 10, 2026.

Where is the MotoGP French GP held?

The MotoGP French GP is held at Le Mans Circuit Bugatti in Le Mans, France. It is Round 5 of 22 in the 2026 season.

What is the full schedule for the MotoGP French GP 2026?

Free Practice 1: Fri May 8, 08:45 UTC. Practice: Fri May 8, 13:00 UTC. Free Practice 2: Sat May 9, 08:10 UTC. Qualifying 1: Sat May 9, 08:50 UTC. Qualifying 2: Sat May 9, 09:15 UTC. Sprint: Sat May 9, 13:00 UTC. Warm Up: Sun May 10, 07:40 UTC. Race: Sun May 10, 12:00 UTC. All times can be viewed in your local timezone on the event page.

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French GP

MotoGP • Le Mans Circuit Bugatti

Le Mans, France

Race Date

May 10

2026

The MotoGP French GP is Round 5 and takes place at Le Mans Circuit Bugatti in Le Mans, France, running from May 8 to May 10. This event features 8 sessions: Free Practice 1, Practice, Free Practice 2, Qualifying 1, Qualifying 2, Sprint, Warm Up, Race. All times are displayed as live countdown timers in your local timezone.

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Weekend Schedule

Free Practice 1

May 8, 08:45 UTC

Practice

May 8, 13:00 UTC

Free Practice 2

May 9, 08:10 UTC

Qualifying 1

May 9, 08:50 UTC

Qualifying 2

May 9, 09:15 UTC

Sprint

May 9, 13:00 UTC

Warm Up

May 10, 07:40 UTC

Race

May 10, 12:00 UTC

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Track layout - Le Mans Circuit Bugatti

Le Mans Circuit Bugatti

Le Mans, France

Event Info

Country: France
Circuit: Le Mans Circuit Bugatti
Race Date: May 10, 2026
Sessions: 8
Round: 5 / 22

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