As the MotoGP season continues to electrify fans worldwide, all eyes turn to the upcoming San Marino Grand Prix, set to take place at the iconic Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli. This year’s event promises high-octane drama with a packed schedule spanning over three days, offering fans a thrilling weekend of motorsport action.
Friday, September 6: A Taste of the Action
The San Marino GP weekend kicks off on Friday with the Practice session at 14:15 IST, where riders will hit the track to fine-tune their machines and gather crucial data. Later in the day, at 18:30 IST, the first Free Practice session will allow teams to test their setups under race-like conditions, giving both riders and fans a glimpse of what to expect during the main event.
Saturday, September 7: The Battle for Pole Position
Saturday is all about speed and strategy. The day starts with the second Free Practice session in the morning at 13:40 IST. Then there will Qualifying 1 at 14:20 IST. This session will be a battle for a place in the all-important Qualifying 2, which follows at 14:45 IST. With grid positions on the line, expect riders to push their limits.
The excitement doesn't stop there, as the Sprint race kicks off at 18:30 IST. The Sprint race, a recent addition to the MotoGP format, provides a shorter, yet equally intense, race that could shake up the starting grid for Sunday’s main event.
Sunday, September 8: The Main Event
The anticipation culminates on Sunday with the Warm-Up session at 13:10 IST, allowing riders one last chance to familiarize themselves with the track before the main race. The San Marino GP race, scheduled for 17:30 IST, is set to deliver the ultimate MotoGP experience, where the best riders in the world will compete for glory on one of the most challenging circuits of the season.
Here is the full schedule:
Date |
Time (IST) |
Session |
6th September |
14:15 |
FP1 |
6th September |
18:30 |
Practice |
7th September |
13:40 |
FP2 |
7th September |
14:20 |
Qualifying 1 |
7th September |
14:45 |
Qualifying 2 |
7th September |
18:30 |
Sprint Race |
8th September |
18:30 |
Race |