Get the kettle on. MotoGP is headed to the British Isles—and not just anywhere. Silverstone awaits.
From WW2 airfield to world-famous racetrack, Silverstone carries the weight of motorsport history. Born out of post-war adrenaline and repurposed RAF tarmac, it hosted its first Formula One race just three years after the war. Today, it’s still a crown jewel of global racing.
This weekend, it hosts Round 7 of the 2025 MotoGP World Championship.
The Circuit: Fast, Long, and Wide
Silverstone is the longest track on the calendar (5.9km), one of the widest (15m), and the third fastest in average speed at 181km/h. That all adds up to one thing: breathtaking racing.
What makes Silverstone unique is its openness to interpretation. There’s no one “correct” racing line here—meaning different bikes and riding styles can compete on even terms.
The Weather: British, but Behaving
It’s shaping up to be cool but dry during race action, with a bit of rain predicted for Friday and Saturday night. That’ll leave the surface slick—but not soaked—which usually spices things up nicely for spectators.
The Speed: Not All About the Straights
While average speed is high, top speed is modest. The longest straight is just 770m, so we’re looking at a peak of around 340km/h—down on the season’s fastest circuits. But it’s the sweeping corners, not straight-line drag races, that define Silverstone’s DNA.
The Favourites: Ducati Power and Marquez Pace
Marc Marquez, now on the Ducati, remains a hot tip—despite what history might suggest. He’s blisteringly quick at Silverstone, with five pole positions to his name, but only one win (back in 2014).
If not Marc, one of the other Ducati riders—his brother Alex, reigning champ Bagnaia, rising star Aldeguer, or dark horses Di Giannantonio and Morbidelli—could easily take the spoils.
But Silverstone has a way of levelling the playing field.
Watchlist: Underdogs and Outsiders
- Johann Zarco (Honda) could go two-from-two after his shock Le Mans win in the wet.
- Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) is showing flashes of his old form.
- KTM’s trio—Vinales, Acosta, and Binder—could all feature if their setup clicks.
What About Aprilia?
Normally competitive, Aprilia has stumbled this season, largely due to the absence of Jorge Martin. His crash during pre-season testing at Sepang left him injured, and even his return in Qatar ended in another ambulance ride.
The goal for now? Just make it to the chequered flag. Form can come later.