When and where to watch the British Grand Prix MotoGP 2026 at Silverstone
28 July 2026The Qatar Airways British Grand Prix MotoGP™ roars into Silverstone from 7-9 August 2026, and motorcycle racing fans will be out in force to support their favourite teams and riders.
But for those watching from the comfort of home, here's everything you need to know about catching the action from Silverstone, including full session times and this year's TV coverage.
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Where to watch the 2026 MotoGP British Grand Prix
Coverage looks a little different to previous years, so here's a full breakdown of where you can watch every session of the British Grand Prix MotoGP 2026.
TNT Sports
TNT Sports is the exclusive home of MotoGP in the UK and Ireland for 2026, showing every session of every race weekend – including all the support categories – live and on-demand.
You can add TNT Sports to an existing Sky, Virgin Media or EE TV package, or take out an HBO Max plan that includes it.
HBO Max
HBO Max is TNT Sports' streaming platform, having replaced Discovery+, and carries the same live and on-demand coverage. Plans that include TNT Sports start from £25.99 a month if you commit to an annual subscription.
MotoGP VideoPass
For worldwide access, or a spoiler-free way to catch up on-demand, the championship's own MotoGP VideoPass streams every session of MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3, with multiple camera angles and real-time live timing data.
Pricing for the rest of the 2026 season:
- Monthly VideoPass: from €29.99 a month (€32.99 with TimingPass), renewed every 30 days
- 2026 season pass: from €99.99 (€104.99 with TimingPass) — currently 50% off, covering the rest of the season up to the first race of 2027, at which point it auto-renews
- Free trial: try MotoGP VideoPass free for a limited period before committing
When is the British Grand Prix MotoGP 2026?
The British Grand Prix MotoGP 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 9 August, with the race starting at 13:00 local time (BST). The full weekend schedule is as follows:
Date | Time (BST) | Session |
Friday, 7 August | 11:45–12:30 | Free Practice 1 |
Friday, 7 August | 16:00–17:00 | Practice |
Saturday, 8 August | 11:10–11:40 | Free Practice 2 |
Saturday, 8 August | 11:50–12:05 | Qualifying 1 |
Saturday, 8 August | 12:15–12:30 | Qualifying 2 |
Saturday, 8 August | 16:00–16:25 | Sprint (10 laps) |
Sunday, 9 August | 09:40–09:50 | Warm Up, Pit Lane Walk & Rider Fan Parade |
Sunday, 9 August | 10:10–10:30 | Hero Walk (ticket holders only) |
Sunday, 9 August | 13:00–13:45 | British Grand Prix (20 laps) |
All times are provisional and subject to change.
Frequently asked questions
Is the British MotoGP on TV in 2026?
Yes. Every session of the Qatar Airways British Grand Prix MotoGP 2026 is being shown live on TNT Sports, with on-demand coverage also available via HBO Max.
What channel is MotoGP on in the UK?
TNT Sports holds exclusive UK broadcast rights for 2026. You can access it through Sky, Virgin Media or EE TV, or with an HBO Max plan that includes TNT Sports.
Is MotoGP still on Quest in 2026?
No. Quest showed MotoGP in previous seasons, but for 2026 coverage is exclusive to TNT Sports and HBO Max.
When is the British Grand Prix at Silverstone in 2026?
The Qatar Airways British Grand Prix runs from Friday 7 to Sunday 9 August 2026, with the main race starting at 13:00 BST on Sunday.
How much does it cost to watch MotoGP in the UK?
An HBO Max plan including TNT Sports starts from £25.99 a month on an annual plan. MotoGP VideoPass starts from €29.99 a month, or €99.99 for the rest of the season.
Who's commentating and presenting MotoGP in 2026?
Gavin Emmett and Steve Day share commentary duties. Suzi Perry, Rachel Stringer and Natalie Quirk present, with former racers Neil Hodgson, Michael Laverty and Sylvain Guintoli providing expert analysis from the paddock.
