Estrella Galicia Grand Prix of Brazil -- Round 2 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship
Circuit: Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna, Goiania, Brazil 
| Date: Mar 20--22, 2026
The Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna presents a unique challenge for riders and teams, with its distinctive layout demanding a careful balance between outright speed and mechanical sympathy. This venue has a proud racing history and consistently produces competitive, entertaining racing.
The Road to Goiania
Round 2 brings the MotoGP paddock to the Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiania. With 1 rounds in the books, the championship battle has reached a critical juncture. Just 7 points separate Pedro Acosta from Marco Bezzecchi at the top of the standings.
Behind the top two, Raul Fernandez (23 pts) remains firmly in the conversation, sitting 9 points off the lead with 21 rounds still to come. In a season this competitive, writing off anyone in the top five would be premature.
Championship Standings
| Pos | Rider | Team | Pts | Wins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pedro Acosta | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | 32 | 0 |
| 2 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | 25 | 1 |
| 3 | Raul Fernandez | Trackhouse MotoGP Team | 23 | 0 |
| 4 | Jorge Martin | Aprilia Racing | 18 | 0 |
| 5 | Ai Ogura | Trackhouse MotoGP Team | 17 | 0 |
| 6 | Brad Binder | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | 13 | 0 |
| 7 | Fabio Di Giannantonio | Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | 12 | 0 |
| 8 | Marc Marquez | Ducati Lenovo Team | 9 | 0 |
| 9 | Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo Team | 8 | 0 |
| 10 | Franco Morbidelli | Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | 8 | 0 |
Manufacturer Standings
| Pos | Manufacturer | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | 45 |
| 2 | Aprilia Racing | 43 |
| 3 | Trackhouse MotoGP Team | 40 |
| 4 | Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | 20 |
| 5 | Ducati Lenovo Team | 17 |
Key Battles to Watch
The rivalry between Pedro Acosta and Marco Bezzecchi will once again take center stage. Both competitors are evenly matched this season, and this circuit could tip the balance.
Further back, the battle for the top five is equally fierce. Jorge Martin (18 pts) and Ai Ogura (17 pts) are separated by just 1 points, making every qualifying position and race finish crucial.
Weekend Schedule
- Friday: Free Practice 1, Practice
- Saturday: Free Practice 2, Qualifying (Q1 & Q2), Sprint Race
- Sunday: Warm-Up, MotoGP Grand Prix
Broadcast Information
Full live coverage of the Estrella Galicia Grand Prix of Brazil is available through official MotoGP channels and broadcast partners worldwide. Check your local listings for session times in your timezone.
With 21 rounds remaining and a maximum of 777 points still available, the mathematics say the championship is far from decided. This weekend at Autodromo Internacional Ayrton Senna could prove pivotal.
Stay with MotNas for live results, standings updates, and full race analysis after the checkered flag falls.