MotoGP returns to Austin, Texas this weekend for the American Grand Prix, the third round of the season. The riders will face a demanding test on US soil, with Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi leading the standings after a surprising start aboard the Ducati Desmosedici GP22, while marquee rival Marc Márquez is sidelined due to a metacarpal fracture in his right hand suffered in Portugal. The Texas track promises high-speed turns and tight braking zones that reward precision, smooth throttle control, and strategic tire management, making every session a critical gauge of the new season’s momentum.
Bezzecchi sits on nine points, edging ahead of his compatriot and reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia on the Ducati Desmosedici GP23, who was unable to finish in Argentina in the second round on April 2. The absence of Enea Bastianini, also on a GP23, further narrows the field at Austin, elevating Bezzecchi and Bagnaia as the front-runners. With Márquez watching from the pits, and the field adjusting to new bike setups and evolving race rhythms, the race could tilt on one or two decisive moves in the early laps and a smart decision on tire choice for the demanding Texan air.
On the intriguing lineup front, Frenchmen Johann Zarco and Fabio Quartararo are aiming to rebound from uneven starts this season, while Spaniards Jorge Martín, Alex Márquez, and Maverick Viñales are poised to push hard for podiums. The mix of talent and evolving machinery suggests a dynamic weekend where strategic testing and raw speed collide, and fans should expect dramatic overtakes, bold passes into the late phases of the race, and moments that could redefine the early championship picture.
MotoGP Las Americas GP — Where to watch
For fans across North America, all MotoGP World Championship rounds are covered live on our platform, with in-depth live narration and expert commentary for every segment of the weekend as the action unfolds. This season’s coverage is designed to make it simple to follow every session across MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3, with real-time updates and deeper context on rider form, track conditions, and potential strategy shifts. Viewers can keep up with every lap, every overtaking maneuver, and every retreat to the pits, ensuring no moment goes unnoticed.
Television coverage in the region continues through major broadcasters such as DAZN and Movistar+, giving fans multiple ways to watch the races, replays, and extended highlights to catch anything missed in live sessions. These platforms provide comprehensive access to race weekends, with analysis segments that help explain tactical decisions and the evolving championship narrative as the season progresses.
MotoGP Las Americas GP Schedule
Friday, April 14
16:00: FP1 Moto3
16:50: FP1 Moto2
17:45: FP1 MotoGP
20:15: FP2 Moto3
21:05: FP2 Moto2
22:00: FP2 MotoGP
Saturday, April 15
15:40: FP3 Moto3
16:25: FP3 Moto2
17:10: FP3 MotoGP
17:50: QP1 MotoGP
18:15: QP2 MotoGP
19:50: QP1 Moto3
20:15: QP2 Moto3
20:45: QP1 Moto2
21:10: QP2 Moto2
22:00: MotoGP sprint race
Sunday, April 16
16:45: Warm-up MotoGP
18:00: Moto3 Race
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