Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas -- Round 3 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship
Circuit: Circuit Of The Americas, Austin, United States 
| Date: Mar 27--29, 2026
The Circuit Of The Americas 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 Austin
Round 3 brings the MotoGP paddock to the Circuit Of The Americas in Austin. With 2 rounds in the books, the championship battle has reached a critical juncture. Just 11 points separate Marco Bezzecchi from Jorge Martin at the top of the standings.
Behind the top two, Pedro Acosta (42 pts) remains firmly in the conversation, sitting 14 points off the lead with 20 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 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | 56 | 2 |
| 2 | Jorge Martin | Aprilia Racing | 45 | 0 |
| 3 | Pedro Acosta | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | 42 | 0 |
| 4 | Fabio Di Giannantonio | Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | 37 | 0 |
| 5 | Marc Marquez | Ducati Lenovo Team | 34 | 0 |
| 6 | Ai Ogura | Trackhouse MotoGP Team | 33 | 0 |
| 7 | Raul Fernandez | Trackhouse MotoGP Team | 29 | 0 |
| 8 | Alex Marquez | BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP | 13 | 0 |
| 9 | Brad Binder | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | 13 | 0 |
| 10 | Franco Morbidelli | Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | 12 | 0 |
Manufacturer Standings
| Pos | Manufacturer | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aprilia Racing | 101 |
| 2 | Trackhouse MotoGP Team | 62 |
| 3 | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | 55 |
| 4 | Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | 49 |
| 5 | Ducati Lenovo Team | 44 |
Key Battles to Watch
The rivalry between Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin will once again take center stage. Marco Bezzecchi holds the advantage with 2 wins to 0, but races are won on Sunday, not in the record books.
Further back, the battle for the top five is equally fierce. Fabio Di Giannantonio (37 pts) and Marc Marquez (34 pts) are separated by just 3 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 Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas is available through official MotoGP channels and broadcast partners worldwide. Check your local listings for session times in your timezone.
With 20 rounds remaining and a maximum of 740 points still available, the mathematics say the championship is far from decided. This weekend at Circuit Of The Americas could prove pivotal.
Stay with MotNas for live results, standings updates, and full race analysis after the checkered flag falls.