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Grand Prix of Qatar (MotoGP) 2022

The 2022 MotoGP season kicked off in Qatar with intense racing action. The race saw the return of the Aprilia factory team, and debut races for both RNF MotoGP Racing and the VR46 Racing Team.

THE 2022 MOTOGP SEASON OFF TO A FLYING START

The opening race of the season took place on March 6, 2022, and was a race of many firsts. Five riders made their premier class debuts, including Remy Gardner, Raúl Fernández, Fabio di Giannantonio, Marco Bezzecchi and Darryn Binder. Enea Bastianini took the checkered flag, with Brad Binder and Pol Espargaró following him across the line and onto the podium

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HOW THE 2022 MOTOGP SEASON FINISHED

Qatar race winner Bastianini put in a strong performance across the season, but couldn’t quite keep up the pace with eventual championship winner Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia. Pecco also led the charge for Ducati to take the Constructors' World Championship title.

256 pts

Francesco Bagnaia (ITA)

Ducati Lenovo Team

248 pts

Fabio Quartararo (FRA)

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP

219 pts

Enea Bastianini (ITA)

Gresini Racing MotoGP

2022 MotoGP Grand Prix of Qatar | Recap

MotoGP 2023 

Mark your calendars for an adrenaline-charged race weekend from November 17 to 19. MotoGP returns to Losail International Circuit, promising a weekend of high-speed thrills at a crucial point near the end of the season.

2022 MotoGP Grand Prix of Qatar | Recap

Where the MotoGP action takes place

Lusail International Circuit is situated 22 miles north of Qatar’s capital city, Doha. The circuit opened its doors in 2004, and in 2007, added permanent floodlights to facilitate evening races. Lusail International Circuit is 5.38 km in length with a total of 16 turns (10 right turns and 6 left turns).

2022 MotoGP Grand Prix of Qatar | Recap

Qatar’s strong MotoGP legacy

Qatar has been host to motorcycle racing’s premier event since 2004. For almost two decades, enthusiasts from all over the world has flocked to witness MotoGP in Qatar.

Look back at all the action from Lusail International Circuit

2022 MotoGP Grand Prix of Qatar | Recap