Philip Island, Australia, October 16, 2026: Red Bull will serve as the title sponsor of the 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island, marking the final MotoGP visit to the iconic circuit before the event moves to Adelaide in 2027. The race weekend will feature special fan experiences and an aerobatic display by Red Bull Air Race World Champion Matt Hall.

MotoGP has confirmed Red Bull as the title sponsor of the 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island, strengthening the energy drink brand’s partnership with the championship ahead of a major change in the Australian Grand Prix’s future.

The 2026 event will mark MotoGP’s final visit to Phillip Island before the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix relocates to Adelaide in 2027. Red Bull is also set to serve as the title sponsor of the Australian Grand Prix in Adelaide, with the partnership extending into 2028.

The announcement reinforces Red Bull’s long-standing involvement in motorcycle racing and rider development, as MotoGP prepares for a new chapter in Australia.

Red Bull to mark final MotoGP race at Phillip Island

The 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix will bring the curtain down on MotoGP’s association with Phillip Island, a circuit renowned for its spectacular coastal setting and memorable racing.

To celebrate the occasion, Red Bull will introduce a range of fan experiences and displays throughout the race weekend. One of the major attractions will be an aerobatic performance by Matt Hall, the Red Bull Air Race World Champion.

The activities will combine the circuit’s historic significance with Red Bull’s motorsport identity, giving fans an opportunity to celebrate the championship’s final appearance at the venue.

Phillip Island has hosted numerous memorable moments in motorcycle racing, becoming a favourite among riders and fans for its fast corners and distinctive layout. The 2026 event will provide a final opportunity to experience MotoGP at the Australian circuit before the championship moves to Adelaide.

MotoGP looks ahead to Adelaide from 2027

The relocation to Adelaide will mark a significant change for the Australian round of the MotoGP calendar. Red Bull’s title sponsorship of the 2026 Phillip Island event and the subsequent Adelaide races highlights the brand’s continued commitment to the championship during the transition.

The Australian Grand Prix’s move to Adelaide from 2027 will open a new chapter for MotoGP in the country, while the final Phillip Island race will celebrate the legacy built at the circuit over the years.

With the championship battle intensifying, the 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix is expected to attract attention from fans across Australia and around the world.

MotoGP welcomes Red Bull partnership

Carlos Ezpeleta, Deputy CEO of MotoGP, welcomed Red Bull as title sponsor of the 2026 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, highlighting the brand’s long-standing commitment to motorcycle racing.

He said Phillip Island had played an iconic role in the championship’s history and provided fans with many unforgettable moments. Ezpeleta added that MotoGP was looking forward to celebrating its final visit to the circuit with riders, teams and supporters before beginning a new chapter in Adelaide.

The partnership will see Red Bull involved in two important phases of MotoGP’s Australian presence: the farewell to Phillip Island in 2026 and the transition to Adelaide in 2027 and 2028.

As MotoGP prepares for this change, the Red Bull Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix will serve as a celebration of Phillip Island’s place in the sport’s history while looking ahead to the championship’s future in Australia.