Phillip Island: Red Bull secured the rights to the Australian Grand Prix

Just a few days after the announcement that Red Bull would be the title sponsor of the Australian Grand Prix at its new venue in Adelaide, the agreement was extended: Red Bull will also be the main sponsorship partner for the upcoming event, which will take place for the last time at the unique island circuit of Phillip Island.

Following the US Grand Prix in Austin and the San Marino Grand Prix in Misano, this will be the third MotoGP event of the current season to be held under the banner of the Fuschl-based group.

“We are delighted to welcome Red Bull as the title sponsor of the 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix. Their support reflects a long-standing commitment to motorcycling and makes them a fitting partner for this significant event for MotoGP in Australia this year, as well as in Adelaide in 2027 and 2028.

“Phillip Island has played an iconic role in the history of the championship and has provided fans with many unforgettable moments over the years. As we prepare for our final visit to this circuit before turning a new page, we look forward to joining riders, teams and fans from all over the world …”, said MotoGP Manager Carlos Ezpeleta in his welcome statement.

Nächster Halt Australien: Die MotoGP reist nach Phillip Island

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From the perspective of the MotoGP organisers, the Australian Grand Prix holds exceptionally high significance – and can therefore also be described as a particularly valuable promotional platform. For just as the future venue embodies the new era of MotoGP through a street circuit concept that is revolutionary by motorcycling standards, Phillip Island stands as the quintessential example of the old-school World Motorcycle Championship. Both venues are set to deliver exceptional racing, but MotoGP’s departure from Phillip Island after 28 years is once again generating immense interest.

Even without a potential Australian winner in the premier class, the final high-speed run through the Doohan Bend and the spectacular high-banked approach over Lukey Heights will hold a special place in the 2026 MotoGP calendar as a media magnet for motorbike racing.