ESPN Takes MotoGP US Rights for 2027-2028

MotoGP's multi-year deal with ESPN covers the 2027 and 2028 seasons, following the expiration of its agreement with Fox Sports.

Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Motorsports

ESPN Takes MotoGP US Rights for 2027-2028

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ESPN will become MotoGP's broadcast partner in the United States under a multi-year agreement covering the 2027 and 2028 seasons. MotoGP Grand Prix events will air live or on same-day delay on ESPN networks and platforms.

Why it matters

The shift follows the expiration of MotoGP's deal with Fox Sports, changing where U.S. fans can watch the series starting with the 2027 season. The move also coincides with an updated race weekend format for 2027 and beyond.

The agreement covers two seasons, 2027 and 2028, and builds on a relationship of nearly 25 years between ESPN and MotoGP in Latin America. Financial terms and any coverage beyond 2028 have not been disclosed.

The players

MotoGP

MotoGP is the premier class of motorcycle road racing world championship, organized as a global series of Grand Prix events.

ESPN

ESPN is a U.S. sports media network owned by The Walt Disney Company, known for live sports broadcasting and streaming.

The details

MotoGP Grand Prix events will air on ESPN networks and platforms in the United States, and ESPN will continue its MotoGP coverage in Latin America. Coverage will also be available via streaming on Disney+ Plan Premium.

2026 season: current race weekend format ends after this season.
March 5-7, 2027: Grand Prix of Thailand opens the 2027 season on ESPN.
2028 season: ESPN broadcast deal continues.

Season Trajectory

The rights move comes as MotoGP reshapes its calendar structure, with the new race weekend format adding a Sprint Qualifying session beginning in 2027. It positions the series under ESPN's sports programming for its U.S. presence through 2028.

U.S. viewers will watch MotoGP on ESPN networks and platforms, with Grand Prix events airing live or on same-day delay starting in 2027. Access to streaming is available through Disney+ Plan Premium.

The takeaway

Viewers who follow MotoGP in the United States should note the platform change ahead of the 2027 season and plan for the new race weekend format. Checking the ESPN schedule before the March 5-7 season opener will help avoid missed sessions.

What happens next

The 2027 season opens with the Grand Prix of Thailand on March 5-7, 2027, the first event on ESPN under the new deal and the updated race weekend format.