Italian MotoGP

The Italian MotoGP is a hugely popular race that allows attracts a large crowd to the Mugello circuit, which is located just outside of Florence. The setting is particularly picturesque with the track set in a beautiful Tuscan valley affording excellent views for the boisterous spectators. Passions are always high but never more than when Valentino Rossi is challenging for victory and his incredible winning record continues to draw the partisan Italians to this exciting race.

Watch Italian MotoGP Live

MotoGP visits Mugello for round 8 of the 2011 Live Moto GP season.

Friday, 1 July 2011
07:15 UTC — Italian MotoGP – 125cc Practice 1 Live — 09:15 Local
08:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – MotoGP Practice 1 Live — 10:10 Local
09:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – Moto2 Practice 1 Live — 11:10 Local
11:15 UTC — Italian MotoGP – 125cc Practice 2 Live — 13:15 Local
12:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – MotoGP Practice 2 Live — 14:10 Local
13:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – Moto2 Practice 2 Live — 15:10 Local
Saturday, 2 July 2011
07:15 UTC — Italian MotoGP – 125cc Practice 3 Live — 09:15 Local
08:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – MotoGP Practice 3 Live — 10:10 Local
09:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – Moto2 Practice 3 Live — 11:10 Local
11:00 UTC — Italian MotoGP – 125cc Qualifying Live — 13:00 Local
11:55 UTC — Italian MotoGP – MotoGP Qualifying Live — 13:55 Local
13:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – Moto2 Qualifying Live — 15:10 Local
Sunday, 3 July 2011
06:40 UTC — Italian MotoGP – 125cc Warm-up Live — 08:40 Local
07:10 UTC — Italian MotoGP – Moto2 Warm-up Live — 09:10 Local
07:40 UTC — Italian MotoGP – MotoGP Warm-up Live — 09:40 Local
09:00 UTC — Italian MotoGP – 125cc Race Live — 11:00 Local
10:15 UTC — Italian MotoGP – Moto2 Race Live — 12:15 Local
12:00 UTC — Italian MotoGP – MotoGP Race Live — 14:00 Local

2011 Season

The expectation is that the battle will continue between Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa at the top of the World Championship table but Valentino Rossi has an incredible record at this race and he will be a huge danger. The boisterous crowd will also be backing Italian rider Andrea Dovizioso and this promises to be another stunning race at the majestic Mugello.

Overview

The Mugello circuit provides a challenging test of bike and rider. There is a mix of slow and fast corners together with long straights and sweeping curves that allow the riders to hit high top speeds. Off-camber turns add a level of difficulty to the 5.245 km circuit. The fastest lap record is held by Valentino Rossi with a time of 1:48:130, which he set in 2008.

History

The Italian MotoGP is held at Mugello Circuit, which is considered one of the most modern circuits of the season with modern facilities and an excellent safety record. The circuit hosted its first MotoGP in 1976 and became the permanent fixture for the event in 1991 following extensive modifications to the course. The beautiful scenery and superb viewing facilities have made the event extremely popular and the dominance of Italian rider Valentino Rossi has helped boost the interest in the race across the country.

Key Moments

2010

Pedrosa storms to victory as Rossi addresses the crowd via telephone from his hospital bed to thank them for their support.

2008

Valentino Rossi wins to claim an incredible seventh consecutive home victory

2007

Valentino Rossi wins the race once again to set a new record with six consecutive home victories and also a record-equalling 95 career podium finishes.