MotoGP is bringing the thrill to Formula 1 this weekend as four bikes will hit the track for a special demonstration run at the United States Grand Prix in Austin.
Who’s Riding?
Dani Pedrosa (31-time MotoGP winner)
Nicolo Bulega (reigning World Superbike champion)
MotoGP test riders Andrea Dovizioso and Lorenzo Savadori
Fans at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) will witness these high-speed machines—capable of over 225mph—in action ahead of F1’s final practice session.
Demo Run Timing
Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
Local (Austin) Time: 11:40am – 12:00pm
UK Time: 4:40pm – 5:00pm
Malaysia Time: 11:40pm – 12:00am (midnight)
With 400,000 fans expected at COTA over the weekend, this rare crossover is a unique opportunity for F1 fans to experience the sights and sounds of MotoGP up close.
Quotes from the Riders:
Dani Pedrosa: “It’s always special to ride a MotoGP bike at COTA, one of the most iconic circuits. The speed, the sound, and the performance are something you have to experience in person. I’m looking forward to sharing that in Austin.”
Nicolo Bulega: “This is a fantastic opportunity to put MotoGP in front of one of the biggest crowds in motorsport. I’m excited to return here as a MotoGP rider in 2027, but for now, we want to put on a great show for the fans!”
With both MotoGP and F1 now owned by Liberty Media, this may be the first of many partnered events in the years ahead.
