The Motul Grand Prix of Japan 2025 is set to take place from 26th to 28th September 2025 at the famous Mobility Resort Motegi in Japan. It will be the 17th round of the 2025 MotoGP World Championship, an event eagerly awaited by fans worldwide. The Japan GP is known
for its tricky track and unpredictable weather, which often leads to exciting races. The championship battle is heating-up as the season moves closer to its end.
Circuit Details – Mobility Resort Motegi
- built by Honda and opened in 1997.
- Track length: 4.801 kilometers (2.983 miles).
- Layout: It is a tricky road track with 14 corners, ups and downs, heavy braking spots, and a few short straights.
- Specialty: It is known as a “stop-and-go” circuit, it tests both braking stability and acceleration.
- History: MotoGP has been racing here since 1999, and it often produces thrilling battles.
Full Schedule (Japan Standard Time – JST)
Friday, 26 September
- Moto3 Free Practice 1: 09:00 – 09:30
- Moto2 Free Practice 1: 09:50 – 10:30
- MotoGP Free Practice: 10:45 – 11:30
- Moto3 Practice 2: 13:15 – 13:50
- Moto2 Practice 2: 14:05 – 14:45
- MotoGP Practice: 15:00 – 16:00
Saturday, 27 September
- Moto3 Practice 3: 08:40 – 09:10
- Moto2 Practice 3: 09:25 – 09:55
- MotoGP Free Practice: 10:10 – 10:40
- MotoGP Qualifying 1: 10:50 – 11:05
- MotoGP Qualifying 2: 11:15 – 11:30
- Moto3 Qualifying 1: 12:45 – 13:00
- Moto3 Qualifying 2: 13:10 – 13:25
- Moto2 Qualifying 1: 13:40 – 14:55
- Moto2 Qualifying 2: 14:05 – 14:20
- MotoGP Sprint Race: 15:00
Sunday, 28 September
● MotoGP Warm Up: 09:40 – 09:50
● Moto3 Race: 11:00
● Moto2 Race: 12:15
● MotoGP Main Race: 14:00
(Note: Timings given above are local to Japan. For fans in India, the main race at 14:00 JST will start at 10:30 AM IST.)
Weather Forecast
The weather in Motegi during late September is usually warm:
- Temperature: Around 24-27°C in the day, 14-17°C at night.
- Conditions: Partly cloudy with chances of rain and thunderstorms.
- Impact: Rain could play a big role in qualifying and the race, making tyre strategy crucial.
Riders to Watch
- Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati): The 2024 Japanese GP winner, Bagnaia won both the sprint and main race last year, showing great speed and consistency.
- Jorge Martín (Ducati): Finished second in the 2024 main race after starting from 11th, proving his skill and resilience.
- Marc Márquez (Ducati): Secured third place in the main race in 2024 and remains a strong contender.
- Pedro Acosta (KTM): Pole sitter in 2024 and a young talent to watch for exciting performances.
What Happened Last Time – 2024 Japanese GP
- Sprint Race: Francesco Bagnaia won after Pedro Acosta crashed out with four laps remaining. Enea Bastianini finished second, and Marc Márquez was third.
- Main Race: Bagnaia led from start to finish, with Jorge Martín finishing second and Marc Márquez third. The race featured strategic battles and some rain, making tyre choice very important.
Where to Watch Live
India:
- FanCode (digital streaming)
- Eurosport India (TV broadcast)
United Kingdom
- TNT Sports (TV broadcast)
- Discovery+ (streaming)
United States
- FuboTV, Plex, Sling Freestream. (streaming)
Spain
- DAZN (streaming)
Italy
- Sky Sport MotoGP (TV broadcast)
- Some races also on TV8 (free-to-air highlights/live)
France
- Canal+ (TV broadcast)
Worldwide
- MotoGP VideoPass (official live streaming of all sessions)
Conclusion
The Japan Grand Prix at Motegi is always one of the main events in MotoGP. The tough track and changing weather often leads to close racing, unexpected results, and lots of action over the three days. With the championship battle heating up, this race could be very important in deciding the 2025 MotoGP champion.
Written by Kinjal Walantra
