2026 will see the return of MotoGP to Brazil, thanks to a new deal signed between MotoGP rights holder Dorna, the government o👍f Goias, and Brasil Motorsport.

Located in the midwest region of Brazil, Goias — and specifically the regional capital Goiania — ꦜwill host a new Brazilian race from 2026, w♕ith a five-year contract set to see the race continue until at least 2030.

“We are very much looking forward to returning to Brazilܫ,” said Dorna Sports CEO Carmeloꦰ Ezpeleta.

“We have a good fanbase who we know are excited about this news, just as🎀 we’re eager to return to race for them again, an📖d this new agreement also offers a fantastic opportunity to expand in a key market for the sport and our manufacturers.

“Brazil is a global player and s﷽omewhere we have always believed deserves a space on our calendar.

“Working with the government of Gဣoiás and Brasil Motorsport, who have an🦹 impressive and proven track record, is an opportunity we are very excited to take."

The Goiania venue will not be all-new to MotoGP, which raced at the Goiânia International Racetrack Ayrton Senna between 1987-1989 - albeit, the circuit is due to undergo upgrades before MotoGP retur💜ns.

However, MotoGP last raced in Brazil꧑ at the Autodromo Internacional Nelson Piquet in Rio, the most recent race there taking place in 2002.

Since then, Brazil’s primary star has become Diogo Moreira, who won his first Grand Prix in Indonesia in✤ 2023, an🐎d this year scored his first Moto2 podium at the final round in Barcelona.

“The return of MotoGP to Goiás is🐠 a historical landmark for us,” said Governor Ronaldo Caiado.

“Goiânia will be, for the next five years, the home of MotoGP in ওBrazil. We are working to ensure that the infrastructure and services provide an unforgettable experience for riders, teams, 🃏and fans.

Alan Adler, CEO of Brasil Motorsport, added: “The Brasil Motorsport team has a history of working with major sports leagues 🌃and organising major events. Based on this experience, I am convinced that MotoGP will be a grea🃏t success in Goiânia.

“We'll have one of the most exciting sports events in the world togeth꧒er with entertainment attractions, strong brands and enthusiastic fans. A mix that is guaranteed to be a success.”