British MotoGP: Watch Free Within The UK - This Is How

Alex Harrington | Jul 29, 2024

Apr 14, 2024; Austin, TX, USA; Marco Bezzecchi (72) of Italy and Pertamina Enduro VR46 rides during the MotoGP Grand Prix of The Americas at Circuit of The Americas. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports / Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

The excitement of high-speed motorcycle racing returns to Britain as the British MotoGP gears up at the renowned Silverstone circuit, signaling the continuation of the 2024 MotoGP World Championship after the summer hiatus. And for UK viewers, it will be free to watch. This is how you can catch it this coming weekend.

Leading the championship charge is Francesco Bagnaia, fresh off his wedding celebrations, with rivals Jorge Martin, Marc Marquez, and Enea Bastianini close on his tail, presenting a heated contest in the premier class mostly represented by powerhouse team Ducati. Moto2 sees a strong showing from the Boscoscuro team members, who have asserted dominance in the season's first half. In Moto3, all eyes will be on standout performer David Alonso as he seeks to capitalize on his strong form exhibited during the break.

How to Watch Free in the UK

For viewers in the UK looking to catch the action live without leaving their homes or pulling out their credit cars, they are well catered for by ITV. ITV holds free-to-air rights for select races, including comprehensive coverage of the MotoGP sprint race on Saturday from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM on ITV4 and pivotal races on Sunday spread across ITV4 and ITV1.

The broadcaster offers a chance to follow all three classes, ensuring fans don’t miss the pulse-racing finishes expected at Silverstone.

Outside of ITV, paid versions are available through motogp.com and Sky Sport MotoGP as they remain to be the go-to platforms for die-hard fans, offering live broadcasts of main events with a subscription. Those preferring on-demand consumption can turn to NowTV and SkyGo for replays, while TV8 delivers deferred coverage encompassing both qualifying and actual racing.

The complete British MotoGP schedule from the Silverstone track is packed from Friday to Sunday. It kicks off with Free Practice 1 at 10:45 AM on Friday and continues over the weekend, leading up to the British MotoGP race at 1:00 PM on Sunday. Each session, including practices and qualifying rounds, is crucial as teams and riders make tactical adjustments and fight for pole positions, setting the stage for Sunday’s grand showdown.

2024 British MotoGP Schedule

Friday, 2nd August - Practice Sessions

The opening day features practice sessions across all categories, starting with Moto3 in the early morning and rounding off with MotoGP practice ending at 5:00 PM.

10.45am - Free Practice 1

3pm - Practice

Saturday, 3rd August - Qualifying Sessions

Qualifying heats start in the morning for Moto3, followed by Moto2 and MotoGP. The highlight of the day will be the MotoGP Sprint, consisting of a brisk 10-lap race at 4:00 PM, with live coverage scheduled on TV8.

10.10am - Practice 2

10.50am - Qualifying

3pm - Sprint race

Sunday, 4th August - Race Day

Race Day Sunday will see MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 racers taking on Silverstone. The MotoGP main race scheduled at 2:00 PM will be a 20-lap thriller, concluding the day’s face-offs. TV8 will broadcast the event with a slight delay.

1pm - British MotoGP