Andrew McLarneyMotoGP Reporter
Andrew McLarney is an accredited MotoGP reporter with four years experience as a professional writer across the sports and video game industries. His experience as a K1 Premier League competitor evolved into a fascination with all forms of combat sport and eventually motorsport — with MotoGP becoming his primary focus. On top of that he is also an avid follower of MXGP and AMA Supercross/Motocross.
MotoGP kicks off the new season today from the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Follow the event live above.
Kuala Lumpur is celebrating the kickoff of the 2026 MotoGP season. A grand launch event will bring riders and fans together in the city center for an event packed with entertainment and a preview of the new season. Special attention will be given to Marc Márquez, who dominated his ninth world title in 2025.
Both he and his younger brother Alex Marquez, who finished second in the championship, are also very popular in the country.
The riders will display their brand new GP26 bikes on the streets of the Malaysian capital in front of a large crowd of attending fans, in an event full of showcases, interviews and highlights as we anticipate the coming season.
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MotoGP season launch broadcast live
The season launch is designed as a grand spectacle in the heart of the city, with shows, interviews, and a traditional motorcycle ride through the city with all the riders. Most of the MotoGP riders will be present. This gives fans the chance to see their favorite riders up close before the season really kicks off with the first Grand Prix in Buriram, Thailand, from February 27 to March 1.
The event will be broadcast live on Saturday, February 7 from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM CET and can be followed live at the top of this article.
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