Phillip Island MotoGP Race Cancelled Due to Rain

Source reports published 25 Oct 2026, 10:00 am – 3:07 pm AEST

Heavy rain and poor visibility led to the cancellation of the final MotoGP race at Phillip Island. All races, including the Australian Superbikes, were also called off due to the adverse weather conditions.

What happened

• The final MotoGP race at Phillip Island was cancelled on Sunday due to poor visibility caused by heavy rain.
• The race, scheduled to be the last at the island circuit after a move to Adelaide in 2027, was delayed from its original 2pm start time.
• A farewell lap featuring world champions Mick Doohan, Casey Stoner, and Wayne Gardner was planned for 3:45pm but ultimately cancelled.
• The Australian Grand Prix Corporation cited the inability of the medical helicopter to operate due to poor visibility as the reason for the cancellation, stating that safety was paramount.
• Organisers pulled the plug despite a sell-out crowd.
• The Moto3 and Moto2 races were also cancelled.
• Marc Márquez was denied the opportunity to extend his championship lead over Jorge Martin, who had sustained a fractured forearm during the sprint race.
• Aprilia confirmed Martin’s non-displaced fracture and stated he would not return to Spain for surgery.
• The Phillip Island track, a staple since 1997, is moving to a city-centre street circuit in Adelaide for six years starting in 2027.

Original reporting

• ABC: Final MotoGP race at Phillip Island washed out
  2026-10-25T05:07:25+00:00
• Guardian: Inglorious end as rain cancels final MotoGP race at Phillip Island in setback for Márquez
  2026-10-25T00:00:00+00:00