Action stations on the race track
The on-track action starts as early as half past eight in the morning (08:30) when the world’s fastest racing e-motorbikes emerge from the pit lane. MotoE practice will be followed by free practice for Moto3. Among the riders in this category is Austria’s very own Jakob Rosenthaler. The 18-year-old from Linz has been handed one of the highly coveted wildcards and will be competing for the Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP Team.
If you want to see the Moto3 practice session live, you should arrive in good time. The best way to get to the circuit is by bus, train or bike; it’s quick, convenient and saves frazzled nerves. The car parks open at 07:00 and are within walking distance of the Red Bull Ring.
The premier class of motorbike racing flexes its muscles from 10:45 onwards. Jack Miller, Marc Marquez and the other MotoGP aces will have 45 minutes to perfect their setup for the Red Bull Ring. The 4.3-kilometre circuit makes heavy demands in terms of tyres and brakes. At 15:00, things will get much more serious in MotoGP Practice, as the Top Ten from this session will go straight through to Q2.
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Fast facts:
- Track length: 4,348 metres
- Race distance: 121.74 km (28 laps)
- T2 (Münzer Chicane): Right-left chicane between T1 and T3 for enhanced safety
- Lap record: 1:29.840 min (set by Francesco Bagnaia in 2023)
Standout moment of the day: Meet the riders
From 17:10, you can meet your MotoGP heroes in MotoGP Bike City. The squad members of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, VR46 Racing Team, Prima Pramac Racing, Yamaha MotoGP and LCR Honda will be on hand to answer questions from presenter Gabi Hiller. Be there to see your favourite riders up close.
Times for Meet the Riders*:
17:10: Jack Miller & Brad Binder
17:20: Marco Bezzecchi
17:30: Jorge Martin & Franco Morbidelli (cancelled)
17:40: Fabio Quartararo & Alex Rins
17:50: Johann Zarco & Takaaki Nakagami
* Sign language interpreter for the hard of hearing / Subject to change without notice
Busy programme of entertainments
Even before the first laps are completed on the Red Bull Ring, MotoGP Bike City will already have been buzzing: the gates open to ticket holders at 08:00. The programme features live acts on stage and amazing shows on two wheels. Trial ace Adrian Guggemos will be performing his unique tricks in MotoGP Bike City as well as on the race track.
Adrian Guggemos trial bike stunt shows
10:15 – 10:30: MotoGP Bike City
10:35 – 11:45: Race track (South loop)
20:10 – 20:25: MotoGP Bike City
And that’s not all. From 12:00, the best motocross freestylers will be flying through the air at the Red Bull Masters of Dirt FMX Show. Unbelievable backflips and stunts – you have to see it live!
The view from on high
A seat in the main grandstand is cool, but would you like to enjoy the ultimate view of the race track? Then check out the new Ferris wheel in Turn 9! From the top, you have a breathtaking view of the action down on the track. The trip costs 10 euros per person, children’s tickets are available for 5 euros. If you want to treat yourself to an exclusive experience, book a gondola for you and your friends/family alone. Cost: 50 euros. Please be aware that you can buy tickets only with Cashless Card.
*The child must not have celebrated their 15th birthday on race day and must be accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket.
Whether high in the sky or on the ground – today the motto of the day is: Drink, drink, drink! Stop by regularly at one of the numerous water dispensers set up around the Red Bull Ring grounds. They provide you with free water – the secret at temperatures above 30 degrees. The exact locations can be found in the interactive site map in our Red Bull Ring app.
Music that rocks
From 18:45 onwards, first Alexander Eder and then Granada will be stoking up the atmosphere. The neo-Austropop band from the Steiermark region will also be performing the national anthem ‘Land der Berge’ (Land of Mountains) on the start-finish straight in their own inimitable folksy style. And, as you would expect, their trademark accordion will play a prominent role.
National anthem to be performed by Granada
Don’t miss a thing and save the most important programme items in your Red Bull Ring app. Don’t have the app yet? Then it’s about time!
