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How to Watch the Japanese Grand Prix

MotoGP · Motegi · Japan · Saturday, October 3, 2026. Here's the start time, TV channel and live stream.

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How to watch MotoGP at Motegi

The Japanese Grand Prix — a MotoGP race at Motegi in Japan — is set for Saturday, October 3, 2026, with coverage around 6:00 AM ET. MotoGP airs on FS1 on cable/satellite and streams via YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo and the FOX Sports app.

On TV: the Japanese Grand Prix airs on FS1 on cable and satellite from about 6:00 AM ET ET.

Streaming: watch live on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.

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About the Japanese Grand Prix

The Japanese motorcycle Grand Prix was first held in 1963 at Suzuka and has also been staged at Fuji Speedway. It moved permanently to Motegi from 2004, after Daijiro Kato's fatal accident at Suzuka in 2003 prompted safety concerns about that circuit. The Honda-owned Mobility Resort Motegi is a home race for Japan's manufacturers and is contracted to host the Grand Prix through at least 2030.

Japanese Grand Prix — key facts

Defending winner
Francesco Bagnaia
First held
1963
Format
Sprint race Saturday, full Grand Prix Sunday

Past Japanese Grand Prix winners

2025Francesco Bagnaia
2024Francesco Bagnaia
2023Jorge Martín

About Motegi

Length
4.801 km
Surface
asphalt
Layout
road course
Grandstand seating
68,156
Opened
1997

Mobility Resort Motegi (formerly Twin Ring Motegi) in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, opened in 1997 and features a 4.801 km road course alongside a 2.493 km oval. It hosts the MotoGP Japanese Grand Prix.

In 2008, Danica Patrick won on the Motegi oval, the first IndyCar win by a woman.

Frequently asked questions

What time does the Japanese Grand Prix start?

The Japanese Grand Prix (MotoGP) is scheduled for about 6:00 AM ET on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Times are US Eastern — the live schedule at RacingOnTV.net converts them to your local zone.

What channel is the Japanese Grand Prix on?

The Japanese Grand Prix airs on FS1 on cable/satellite and streams via YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo and the FOX Sports app.

Is the Japanese Grand Prix on TV?

Yes — the Japanese Grand Prix is on TV. It airs on FS1 on cable and satellite, with coverage from about 6:00 AM ET on Saturday, October 3, 2026, and also streams live on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.

Where can I watch the Japanese Grand Prix?

Watch the Japanese Grand Prix on FS1 — on TV (FS1 on cable and satellite) or streaming on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app. Use the Watch button above to go straight to the broadcast on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

How can I stream the Japanese Grand Prix live?

You can stream it on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.

Where is the Japanese Grand Prix held?

The race is at Motegi in Japan, a 4.801 km asphalt road course.

Who won the Japanese Grand Prix last time?

Francesco Bagnaia is the defending winner of the Japanese Grand Prix.

When was the first Japanese Grand Prix?

The inaugural Japanese Grand Prix was held in 1963.

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