MotoGP announces provisional calendar for 2025 season - India in reserves, Kazakhstan dropped

The much-anticipated provisional calendar for the 2025 MotoGP season has been unveiled, featuring a total of 22 races. The season will kick off on March 2nd at the Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand, and culminate in the traditional finale at Valencia on November 16th.

This year's calendar sees some notable shifts. Qatar will no longer be the season opener, as it has been moved to the fourth round, taking place in mid-April. Following Thailand, the series will head to Argentina and Austin before returning to Europe after the race in Qatar.

The schedule maintains familiar stops, with Jerez and Le Mans retaining their traditional spots in late April and mid-May, respectively. However, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone will now occur at the end of May, a significant change that aims to optimize the racing calendar. Following the UK, the series will travel back to Spain for the Aragon GP at the beginning of June, leading to a double-header at Mugello and Assen.

The Czech Republic will welcome MotoGP back

July brings the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring, and the Czech Republic will welcome MotoGP back with the Automotodrom Brno returning to the calendar for the first time in several years. The revised format introduces a break in July, allowing for a more manageable racing schedule.

Fans will appreciate the reduction of triple-header events, which had previously posed challenges for teams and riders alike. The decision to spread the races out, along with an increase in double-header weekends, aims to alleviate the gruelling travel and fatigue experienced during the season.

India in Reserves Amid Concerns over Argentina

While the provisional calendar looks promising, certain races remain uncertain. Argentina's inclusion is still in question due to economic concerns in the country. Hungary, hosting the Balaton Park circuit, also faces scrutiny as the track requires further homologation before it can officially join the MotoGP circuit.

India, previously on the calendar, has officially been designated as a reserve circuit. The Buddh International Circuit has not demonstrated the organizational capabilities necessary to host a race in 2025, making its chances of inclusion slim if any last-minute changes occur.

The full provisional calendar is as follows:

*Subject to contract
**Subject to homologation