MotoGP will soon stop racing at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit in Australia. After many years at the famous coastal track, the event is expected to move to South Australia, with Adelaide looking like the new home from 2027.

The change comes after discussions between MotoGP and the Victorian Government. There was a plan to move the race from Phillip Island to Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne, which is the current home of the Australian Grand Prix in Formula 1. However, the Victorian Government refused this idea. Officials said they were ready to increase the funding for the race, but only if it stayed at Phillip Island. They were not willing to support a move to Albert Park.

Because of this disagreement, talks about extending the contract became more difficult. For some time, many people believed Phillip Island would stay on the MotoGP calendar. But when the plan to move to Melbourne was rejected, attention turned to other states.

South Australia has now stepped forward and looks ready to host the event. The most likely venue is The Bend Motorsport Park, a modern racing circuit located just over an hour from Adelaide. The Bend already hosts national motorsport events and has strong facilities. It would need final approval and possibly some upgrades, but it is considered suitable for international competition.

There is also some discussion about using Adelaide’s parklands street circuit, which has a strong history in motorsport. In the past, it hosted Formula 1 and now holds Supercars races. However, street circuits are more difficult to prepare for MotoGP. Bikes require large run-off areas and special safety barriers, and making these changes would not be simple.

South Australia’s Premier, Peter Malinauskas, has shown strong interest in bringing major sporting events to the state. In recent years, Adelaide has secured big events in different sports. Although he did not clearly confirm the MotoGP deal in public, an announcement is expected very soon.

For Victoria, losing MotoGP is significant. Phillip Island has hosted the Australian round of the championship continuously since 1997. The circuit is known for its fast and flowing layout, as well as its beautiful ocean views. Many riders say it is one of their favourite tracks in the world.

At the same time, the event has sometimes faced challenges. The race takes place in October, when the weather at Phillip Island can be cold and very windy. Strong winds have caused problems for riders in the past and have sometimes reduced attendance. Last year’s event attracted around 91,000 fans across the weekend. The race is estimated to generate more than 54 million Australian dollars each year for the state economy, supporting tourism, hotels, restaurants and local businesses.

When MotoGP leaves, Phillip Island will no longer have a major international motorsport event. Supercars have not regularly raced there since the COVID-affected seasons, and MotoGP has been the last global highlight for the circuit.

Victoria will continue to host Formula 1 at Albert Park, and that event remains secure in Melbourne. MotoGP, however, appears ready to start a new chapter in South Australia. The 2026 Australian MotoGP, scheduled for October 23 to 25, is expected to be the final race at Phillip Island if the move to The Bend is officially confirmed. For many fans and riders, it will be the end of an important era in Australian motorsport history.