Malaysia MotoGP Tickets

History of the MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix

The Sepang International Circuit is the modern home of the Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix, established as part of Malaysia’s major push into world-class motorsport in the late 1990s. Opened in 1999 and designed by Hermann Tilke, the circuit replaced the former Shah Alam and Johor layouts and immediately became a landmark venue in Southeast Asia, bringing both MotoGP and Formula 1 to the country for the first time. Its layout was created with fast sweepers, long straights and wide, open corners that encourage overtaking and reward riders who can manage tyre wear and high-temperature performance in Malaysia’s tropical climate.

Located adjacent to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in the state of Selangor, Sepang has long attracted large, passionate crowds from across Malaysia and the wider region. Its accessibility, modern facilities and reputation for dramatic racing, often influenced by sudden monsoon rain, have made it one of the most distinctive stops on the MotoGP calendar. With continuous investment and its strategic position near the country’s capital, the circuit remains the focal point of Malaysian motorsport and a key venue in Asian Grand Prix racing.

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Malaysian Grand Prix Information

2026 Malaysian GP dates

The 2026 Malaysian Grand Prix runs from October 30th to November 1st:

• Friday 30th: Practice 1
• Saturday 31st: Practice 2
• Saturday 31st: Qualifying
• Saturday 31st: Sprint Race
• Sunday 1st: Race

Previous GP Winners

Previous Sprint Race Winners

2025 Malaysian Grand Prix Summary

Francesco Bagnaia converted pole into the holeshot at Turn 1, but his early control of the Malaysian Grand Prix was short-lived as Álex Márquez struck back on lap two and took command at the front. Behind them, Pedro Acosta quickly turned the race into a fight for second, forcing Bagnaia into defensive mode through Sepang’s long, heat-soaked corners while several riders were caught out, including Fermín Aldeguer crashing from seventh, with further incidents for Raúl Fernández and Pol Espargaró.

With three laps remaining, Bagnaia suddenly sat up and coasted to retirement, a late problem suspected to be tyre-related, which instantly reshuffled the podium fight and elevated Joan Mir into the top three. Álex Márquez took the flag to seal his third Grand Prix win of the 2025 season, a victory that rounded out a weekend in which he had already secured second overall in the championship standings.

Repeat winners (premier class)

• 6 – Valentino Rossi (2003, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010)
• 5 – Mick Doohan (1992, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998)
• 3 – Dani Pedrosa (2012, 2013, 2015)
• 2 – Casey Stoner (2007, 2009)
• 2 – Marc Márquez (2014, 2018)
• 2 – Francesco Bagnaia (2022, 2024)
• 2 – Kenny Roberts Jr. (1999, 2000)
• 2 – Andrea Dovizioso (2016, 2017)

Circuit information

Location: Jalan Pekeliling, 64000 KLIA, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

Length: 5.54 km (3.44 mi)

Turns: 15

Direction: Clockwise

Capacity: 130,000

Best grandstands at the Malaysian Grand Prix

Main Grandstand

• Sit along the main straight opposite the pit lane with clear views of the start, finish and pit activity
• Strong sightlines towards the opening sector, with a big screen in range so you can follow the rest of the lap
• Reserved seating, with covered options available in the upper sections

K1 Grandstand

• Positioned at the end of the main straight around Turns 1 and 2, Sepang’s biggest overtaking zone
• Best place to watch the launch, late braking into Turn 1, and riders fighting for line through the first complex
• Reserved seating with a giant screen and easy access to the main event areas

F Grandstand

• Overlooks the tight double-apex at Turns 7 and 8, where riders have to be precise on the brakes and patient on the throttle
• A great spot for side-by-side battles and mid-race overtakes as the field stretches and tyre wear starts to bite
• Covered, reserved seating with a screen in sight

C2 Hillstand (General Admission)

• A purpose-built grassy embankment around Turns 9, 10 and 11, offering a wide view across the south section of the circuit
• Ideal for watching long multi-corner sequences, rider body position changes and mistakes punished through the technical middle sector
• General admission-style viewing with a long canopy for shade and rain cover

Travelling to Sepang

Key information

• Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA – KUL) ~10 km, ~10-15 min by car
• Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (Subang – SZB) ~65-70 km, ~1 hour by car
• Singapore Changi (SIN) and Penang (PEN) ~3.5-4.5 hours by car; alternatives for international flights
• Direct taxis/Grab can be expensive; train + shuttle from Kuala Lumpur is often better value

Train

• KLIA Ekspres or KLIA Transit between KL Sentral and KLIA (frequent services)
• From KLIA to Sepang: taxi/Grab or event shuttle; no direct train to the circuit

Bus

• Special shuttle buses on MotoGP weekend from key points (KLCC, Pasar Seni, KLIA Terminal 2) to Sepang
• Check latest timings in advance; services can change year to year

Drive

• Sepang ~60 km from central Kuala Lumpur (traffic can be heavy on race days)
• Close to KLIA and well signposted; rental car is popular
• Parking available across Bays 1-17 on a first-come, first-served basis; arrive early