As the season heads toward its thrilling conclusion, the paddock arrives at the rollercoaster roller-coaster layout of the Algarve International Circuit for the 21st round of the championship. The upcoming weekend at Portimao is set to deliver intense drama, where precise late braking, optimal racing lines through elevation changes, and superior tyre degradation management will dictate who stands on the highest step of the podium.
Action kicks off on Friday, November 20, 2026, with Free Practice sessions for the lightweight and intermediate classes, followed by the premier class hitting the track for Free Practice Nr. 1. The afternoon will see teams dial in their electronic mappings and aerodynamic downforce configurations during Practice 1 sessions, culminating in the crucial afternoon practice where riders fight for a direct Q2 spot.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, brings the intensity of qualifying sessions. After the final morning practice runs, the premier class grid will battle through Q1 and Q2 to secure pole position. The day reaches its first major climax with the high-speed 13-lap Tissot Sprint race, testing every rider's aggressive overtaking maneuvers and tire preservation strategy over a short distance.

Sunday, November 22, 2026, features the morning warm-up session followed by the fan parade, setting the stage for the Grand Prix races. Moto3 kicks off the race day action over 20 laps, followed by the highly anticipated premier class main race over 27 demanding laps at Portimao, and concluded by the thrilling Moto2 race battle.
Fans worldwide can follow the action across global broadcasting networks. Check out the comprehensive time conversion table below to ensure you do not miss a single minute of the action across different time zones.



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