More MotoGP™ than ever: Sprint explained!

How will the main event on Saturday work? Well, it’s quite simple. As mentioned, qualifying determines the grid, and the riders will line up in their respective positions for lights out. The Sprint lasts roughly half the amount of time of Sunday’s race, which will vary from Grand Prix to Grand Prix. So, if Sunday’s race is 30 laps, then the Sprint will be 15 laps. Championship points will be awarded at half the ratio to Sunday, with the maximum being 12 points, going all the way down to 1 point for the top 9 finishers. With the shortened distance, you can be sure there will action from the get-go as riders go all out to gain any advantage they can. Lights out in the Sprint will be at 15:00 local time.