It will be the iconic Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, nearby Italy’s Adriatic Riviera, to host the season opener of the Kumho FIA TCR World Tour on May 8/10; the event will mark the first time a world touring car series visits the racetrack.
Located just a few kilometres from the Adriatic Sea and surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere of the Romagna coast, Misano is one of Italy’s most renowned motorsport destinations. The 4.2-kilometre circuit is well known to touring car fans, being a regular venue for TCR Italy; it also hosted a round of TCR Europe last season. However, the 2026 event will represent a milestone, as the Kumho FIA TCR World Tour will be making its long-awaited debut at the circuit.
With its flowing layout, long straights and technical braking zones, the track is perfectly suited to deliver the intense wheel-to-wheel racing that is trademark of TCR competition. The circuit also boasts state-of-the-art facilities and passionate motorsport culture that makes the area a favourite destination for fans and teams alike.
WSC President Marcello Lotti explained: “We are delighted to add Misano to the list of iconic venues that host the 2026 Kumho FIA TCR World Tour. With its layout and state-of-the art facilities, this circuit has always been one of the best to showcase the thrilling show of touring car racing. At the same time, it offers competitors and fans the opportunity to experience the charm of one of Italy’s most beautiful regions, combining world-class motorsport with the unique atmosphere of the Adriatic Riviera. We wish to thank ACI Sport and its newly elected President for welcoming the Kumho FIA TCR World Tour. We are confident the event will deliver plenty of exciting races and we are looking forward to continuing our friendly cooperation in the future.”
Andrea Albani, Managing Director Misano World Circuit commented: “We are proud to host, for the first time, the opening round of the Kumho FIA TCR World Tour at the Misano World Circuit. It is another gem added to our 2026 sporting calendar and fits into the traditional ACI Misano Racing Weekend. It will be a spectacular event for all fans of touring car series and will kick off a summer of prestigious international events at our circuit.”
2026 Kumho FIA TCR World Tour - calendar
8/10 May – Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
12/14 June – Circuit Ricardo Tormo, Valencia *
4/5 July – Circuit Paul Ricard, Le Castellet
11/12 July – Circuito Internacional de Vila Real °
2/4 October – Inje Speedium *
16/18 October – Chengdu Tianfu International Circuit *
23/25 October – Hunan International Circuit, Zhuzhou *
19/22 November – Guia Circuit, Macau °
* Three-race events
° Subject to circuit’s homologation
Picture: TCR Europe
