The 2026 FIM Speedway season has been announced, featuring major updates and new venues. Polish city Lodz will host its first-ever Speedway Grand Prix on August 1, while the FIM Speedway World Cup returns with a new format, culminating at Warsaw’s PGE Narodowy on August 29.
Key highlights:
10-round Speedway GP series confirmed, with Manchester hosting a double-header on June 5–6 and Torun hosting the final round on September 26.
Knockout-style qualifying remains, with championship points decided across five sprint races.
Youth and next-generation competitions, including SGP2, SGP3, and SGP4, will continue.
The 2026 season will be the first under Mayfield Sports Events Ltd as the global promoter, with Warner Bros. Discovery continuing as broadcaster and rights distributor.
Officials expressed excitement about new venues, fan engagement, and a sustainable, fan-focused future for FIM Speedway. Poland, Germany, Latvia, and other European cities will host events, with strong anticipation for the World Cup semi-finals and final. Fans can expect thrilling races and the emergence of new international talents throughout the season.