The FIM released a statement on Tuesday following disruption to the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix, where a series of track failures forced last-minute operational changes.
The event marked MotoGP’s return to Brazil after more than two decades, with Aprilia Racing’s Marco Bezzecchi claiming victory in the premier class at the Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna.
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However, the race weekend in Goiânia was repeatedly affected by surface instability, linked to recent construction work and extreme weather conditions.
“On Saturday a significant defect in the track emerged due to the collapse of an undocumented old sewage system beneath the surface,” the statement read.
“The problem, which was fortunately off the racing line, was immediately attended to and repaired following a quick response from the circuit, which allowed track activity to continue later in the day.”
Although repairs enabled the schedule to continue after delays, track conditions deteriorated further on Sunday.
Sections of asphalt began to break up following the Moto2 race, with high temperatures and repeated running accelerating wear on the newly laid surface.
Race officials ultimately shortened the MotoGP race from 31 laps to 23.
The FIM added that a thorough investigation had been conducted by MotoGP and local organisers, and committed to implementing the necessary fixes before the event returns next year.
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