MotoGP Channel Launches in the U.S., Frijns Leaves Envision Racing, and Genesis Hypercar Hits the Track

MotoGP Launches Free 24/7 Streaming Channel in the U.S.

MotoGP fans in the United States are about to get unprecedented access to the world’s premier motorcycle racing series. On August 13th, Dorna Sports, the promoter of MotoGP, lauched the MotoGP Channel, a free and ad-supported streaming service in partnership with C15 Studio. The channel goes live just ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix and promises both live racing and a full catalogue of on-demand content.

The MotoGP Channel will broadcast every session of the season’s 22 events, including live MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3, and MotoE races. Fans will also get practice and qualifying coverage, giving viewers a complete race-weekend experience. Alongside live programming, the platform will host an extensive library of classic races, documentaries, and original features, giving both new and seasoned fans a deeper connection to the sport.

Dorna’s Chief Commercial Officer, Dan Rossomondo, called the launch an “exciting new avenue for U.S. fans to connect with the sport,” highlighting the dual purpose of serving MotoGP’s established American fan base while also attracting new viewers. The move reflects MotoGP’s broader goal of expanding its footprint in the United States, where interest in global motorsport is steadily rising.

Available on Prime Video, LG Channels, FireTV, FuboTV, Plex, and Sling Freestream, the MotoGP Channel will give fans easy access for fans in the US to watch MotoGP.

Robin Frijns Departs Envision Racing After Six Seasons

Formula E mainstay Robin Frijns will part ways with Envision Racing after six seasons across two separate stints. The Dutchman first joined the team in 2018, then known as Virgin Racing, and returned in 2023 after a season with Abt. Across his tenure, he earned two victories and 15 podiums, turning himself into one of the team’s most accomplished drivers.

Frijns’ best campaign came in 2018–19, when he claimed wins in Paris and New York City and finished fourth in the championship. While his talent and consistency were clear, his final season with Envision was plagued by misfortune. A brake failure on the grid in São Paulo prevented him from even starting the opening race, and his best result was just seventh in London. He ultimately finished 19th in the standings, far below his potential.

Envision Racing team principal Sylvain Filippi praised Frijns’ contributions, describing him as a “fierce competitor” with unmatched speed and skill. Despite the tough ending, the team acknowledged his critical role in shaping its competitive presence over the years. Filippi noted that Formula E is constantly evolving, and the decision was part of preparing for the future.

Looking ahead, Frijns is expected to focus more heavily on his sports car commitments, where he already competes with BMW in both the FIA World Endurance Championship and IMSA. Speculation suggests that Stoffel Vandoorne is the frontrunner to take over Frijns’ seat for Season 12.

Genesis Hypercar Makes First Track Appearance at Paul Ricard

The newest entrant in the World Endurance Championship Hypercar class has officially hit the track. Genesis Magma Racing conducted the first roll-out of its GMR-001 Hypercar earlier this month at Paul Ricard’s test circuit. The milestone marks the beginning of the brand’s highly anticipated WEC program, set to debut in 2026.

Veteran drivers Andre Lotterer and Pipo Derani, the first two confirmed for Genesis’ two-car effort, completed the maiden laps in what was described as a “successful shakedown.” Derani drove the first stint, with Lotterer following, ahead of a more intensive testing program scheduled to start later this month. The car, built in partnership with ORECA Motorsport, is one of three development chassis that will be prepared ahead of the season.

Technical director Francois-Xavier Demaison emphasized the importance of this early running, noting that every bit of mileage helps refine the Hypercar package. According to team principal Cyril Abiteboul, the program has stayed perfectly on schedule since its official launch in Dubai late last year, with each milestone reinforcing the team’s readiness for its competitive debut.

Genesis has also established a new operations base at Paul Ricard and is collaborating with IDEC Sport in the European Le Mans Series, running an LMP2 program to build team experience. The successful shakedown is just the first step, but it demonstrates that Genesis is serious about making an immediate impact when it officially joins the WEC Hypercar grid in 2025.