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MotoGP Heads to ESPN in the United States Under a New Multi-Year Broadcast Deal for 2027 and 2028

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November 13, 2026

MotoGP riders and officials at the Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez

MotoGP is getting a much bigger American stage, with ESPN set to carry the world’s premier motorcycle racing championship across the United States and Latin America — a move that puts every Grand Prix weekend in front of millions more fans starting in 2027.

MotoGP today announced a new two-year media rights agreement with ESPN, bringing the world’s premier motorcycle racing championship to fans across the United States and Latin America through the 2027 and 2028 seasons.

Under the agreement, ESPN will become MotoGP’s exclusive media rights holder in the United States across ESPN’s linear networks and in key Latin American markets on ESPN networks and streaming on Disney+, further expanding the championship’s reach and delivering comprehensive coverage of the world’s premier motorcycle racing series to millions of fans across the region. The new agreement follows the conclusion of MotoGP’s current U.S. arrangement at the end of the 2026 season and represents a significant step forward in growing the championship’s visibility and fan engagement throughout the Americas.

Beginning in 2027, MotoGP Grand Prix events will air on ESPN networks and platforms in the United States, either live or on same-day delay, providing fans with enhanced access to every race weekend. Across Latin America, ESPN will continue to provide extensive MotoGP coverage, including streaming on Disney+ Plan Premium, maintaining the strong presence the championship already enjoys throughout the region.

MotoGP and ESPN have worked together in Latin America since 2002, bringing world-class motorcycle racing coverage to fans across 18 countries and helping establish a strong and loyal audience throughout the region. The agreement also enables the sublicensing of rights for select events in Argentina and Brazil to local free-to-air broadcasters, further enhancing accessibility and growing the sport’s fanbase in two of MotoGP’s most passionate markets.

Carlos Ezpeleta, Deputy CEO of MotoGP, said: “This agreement with ESPN marks an important milestone in MotoGP’s growth strategy across the Americas. ESPN’s position as one of the world’s leading sports broadcasters, combined with its strong connection with audiences across the United States and Latin America, makes it the ideal platform for us to continue expanding MotoGP’s reach and bring the sport closer to millions of people. This is an exciting opportunity to introduce MotoGP to new audiences while continuing to serve our passionate existing fanbase through one of the most influential sports media brands in the world.”

Added Freddy Rolón, Head of Global Sports & Talent Office, ESPN: “ESPN and MotoGP have a strong relationship that dates back nearly 25 years, when we began bringing the championship to fans across Latin America. We’re excited to build on that longstanding history by expanding our rights to include the United States, while continuing to serve Latin America.

“This is a great example of how relationships that begin in one region of our international business can grow across ESPN’s global portfolio, creating new opportunities to connect different audiences with world-class sporting events.”

With record-breaking attendance, expanding global audiences, and increasing interest across the Americas, MotoGP continues to strengthen its position as the world’s premier motorcycle racing championship. The new agreement with ESPN further reinforces the sport’s commitment to growing its fanbase and delivering premium coverage to viewers across the region.

World of Outlaws Finalize Eight Pennsylvania Dates for 2027 as Posse Rivalry Renews

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November 13, 2026

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World of Outlaws sprint cars in the four-wide salute at Williams Grove Speedway

The World of Outlaws and the PA Posse will settle their rivalry over eight Pennsylvania rounds in 2027, from Lincoln Speedway in May to the 65th National Open at Williams Grove in October.

Sprint Car racing’s fiercest rivalry is set for another eight rounds in Pennsylvania on the 2027 World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series schedule.

The Greatest Show on Dirt owns bragging rights heading into 2027 with the 2026 scoreboard showing five wins for the World of Outlaws and three for the PA Posse.

The rivalry will be rekindled on Wednesday, May 12, at Lincoln Speedway’s Gettysburg Clash. Michael “Buddy” Kofoid and the Roth Motorsports crew have topped the last two runnings in the Pigeon Hills.

Then, it’s over to the iconic Williams Grove Speedway in Mechanicsburg, PA for the HVAC Distributors Morgan Cup on Friday-Saturday, May 14-15. Kasey Kahne got his first World of Outlaws win in this year’s opener before David Gravel claimed the finale and possession of the coveted Cup.

A trio of faceoffs await in the summer beginning with the Bricker’s Bash at York Haven, PA’s BAPS Motor Speedway on Thursday, July 29. Chase Dietz bagged the Bricker’s french fries for the Posse at BAPS this year.

Williams Grove takes center stage once again the following two nights for the C&D Rigging Summer Nationals on July 30-31. Buddy Kofoid and David Gravel gave the World of Outlaws a Summer Nationals sweep in 2026.

The final showdown is one of the sport’s crown jewels as the 65th J&S Classics National Open puts huge money and bragging rights up for grabs at Williams Grove on Friday-Saturday, Oct. 1-2. This year’s edition was split with David Gravel grabbing the opener before Chase Dietz took the ultimate prize with a “Natty O” title and $75,000, making all of Pennsylvania proud.

Stay tuned to the World of Outlaws website and social media channels for further updates regarding ticketing to all Pennsylvania races.

The 2027 World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car season launches at Volusia Speedway Park’s Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals on Feb. 10-13 in Barberville, FL.