The MotoGP World Championship is set to take to the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli this weekend, September 12-14, 2025, for the Grand Prix of San Marino e Riviera di Rimini, the final European stop before the Asian tour. Here's everything you need to know about this thrilling event, with a packed schedule and high stakes!
Nestled five kilometers off the coast of Misano Adriatico, this 4,226 km circuit, built in 1972, has been a staple of the MotoGP calendar since 2007. With a straight of just 530 m, 10 right turns and 6 left turns, it puts the pilots to the test. It is a demanding track that promises spectacular races. ", as the organizers emphasize.
Last year, Misano vibrated with two events. In September, George Martin had dominated the sprint race and Marc Marquez had won the Grand Prix. Two weeks later, the local heroes responded: Pecco Bagnaia had won the sprint and Enea Bastianini had triumphed in the main race. Who will shine this time in front of the Italian public?
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Here is the program for the Grand Prix of San Marino in Misano:
Friday, September 12: Tests and Prequalifications
– 08:30 a.m.: MotoE – Free practice
– 09:00 a.m.: Moto3 – Free Practice 1
– 09:50 a.m.: Moto2 – Free Practice 1
– 10:45 a.m.: MotoGP – Free Practice 1
– 12:35 p.m.: MotoE – Tests
– 13:15 p.m.: Moto3 – Tests
– 14:05 p.m.: Moto2 – Tests
– 15:00 p.m.: MotoGP – Pre-qualifying Practice
– 17:05 p.m.-17:25 p.m.: MotoE – Qualifying 1 and 2
Saturday, September 13: Qualifying and Sprint
– 08:40 a.m.: Moto3 – Free Practice 2
– 09:25 a.m.: Moto2 – Free Practice 2
– 10:10 a.m.: MotoGP – Free Practice 2
– 10:50-11:30 a.m.: MotoGP – Qualifying 1 and 2
– 12:15 p.m.: MotoE – Race 1 (8 laps)
– 12:50-13:30 p.m.: Moto3 – Qualifying 1 and 2
– 13:45-14:25 p.m.: Moto2 – Qualifying 1 and 2
– 15:00 p.m.: MotoGP – Sprint (13 laps)
– 16:10 p.m.: MotoE – Race 2 (8 laps)
Sunday, September 14: Race Day
– 09:40 a.m.: MotoGP – Warm-up
– 11:00 a.m.: Moto3 – Race (20 laps)
– 12:15 a.m.: Moto2 – Race (22 laps)
- 14 p.m .: MotoGP – Grand Prix (27 laps)
This weekend also marks the end of the season of Red Bull Rookies, a highly popular junior series. Young talents will compete alongside the MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3 and MotoE categories, adding an extra dose of adrenaline.
With a capacity of 60 000 spectators and an electric atmosphere, Misano is "the heart of Motor Valley," home to champions like Valentino RossiThe local drivers, supported by a passionate public, promise fierce duels.
