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Starting grid for the 2026 Mandalika MotoGP Sprint
Mandalika is set for the Sprint: here is the MotoGP starting grid, with the key riders ready to make an immediate impact.
10 October 2026 1 min read 2 views
MotoGP lights up the Mandalika weekend with the Sprint Race: the starting grid immediately sets the balance of power among the class frontrunners. On a technical and demanding track, the launch will be crucial for those looking to gain places in the opening metres.
For Italian riders and the main teams, the start matters even more: in Indonesia, overtaking and tyre management can change everything. Saturday’s short race will also provide valuable clues ahead of the Grand Prix.