EVENTS

The serious stuff starts here…

23 25 February World Superbike Championship, Phillip Island, Australia

BBC Sports Personality of the Year Jonathan Rea emerges from hibernation and begins his fourth title chase, in Oz. worldsbk.com

16– 18 March Motogp Qatar, Losail Circuit

The flag drops on the 2018 season, and it all happens under lights in Qatar. It’s quite a hike to go and watch it live, but there’s no shame in watching it from the sofa. Vinales again this year? motogp.com