MotoGP deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta stresses that the latest change to the weekend format, which will be introduced in 2027, stems from the teams’ own desire to make improvements, as a different type of executive profile begins to emerge within the championship. The Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme confirmed the structural update following revelations during the grand prix season, marking the second major weekend schedule overhaul in five years.
Since sprint races were introduced in 2023, the grids for both the sprint and main race have been determined by a single Saturday morning qualifying session. From 2027, a separate 15-minute sprint qualifying session will take place on Friday afternoon featuring all riders, preceded by a 45-minute FP1 and a 30-minute FP2. Saturday remains largely unchanged aside from naming updates, while Sunday's warm-up session will be completely removed from the daily schedule.
Despite initial scepticism and opposition from riders concerned about added pressure and risks, the championship promoter maintains that the proposal came directly from the garages. "This change is an initiative that came from the teams. They were the ones who came to us and said they believed it could be improved," Carlos Ezpeleta tells Motorsport.com, adding that the adjustment further enhances the sporting structure and spectacle.
According to Carlos Ezpeleta, the revamped format addresses key demands from manufacturers ahead of the 2027 introduction of new-generation 850cc engines. Total track time is reduced by 35 minutes—including the elimination of warm-up—allowing teams to better manage component mileage. Friday schedules will also start slightly later, directly accommodating manufacturer requests.
As riders like Somkiat Chantra prepare for these sweeping structural changes, the collaborative push between series organizers and manufacturers highlights a shared vision for the future. Reported by Motorsport.com, this evolution reflects a pragmatic approach to modern grand prix racing economics and technical longevity.
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