FPV Serbia Open 2026

About the Event

Where Speed Meets Skill

The FPV Serbia Open 2026 is an international first-person view drone racing championship bringing together the world's fastest pilots to compete on the most technically demanding circuit in the Balkans.

Set against the historic Hipodrom grounds in Belgrade, this seven-day event features professional FPV racing, freestyle exhibitions, a 5" class open competition, and a dedicated junior pilot program — all broadcast live online.

Whether you're a seasoned champion or a rising local talent, this is your arena. Navigate smoke-filled straights, tight technical gates, banked turns, and vertical climbs at speeds exceeding 180 km/h.

■ FAI / MultiGP ruleset
■ Live FPV stream for spectators
■ On-site tech inspection & tuning pits
■ Night race under full LED circuit lighting
■ 5" Open & 3" Micro class divisions
■ Freestyle showcase each evening

7th Annual Edition

Full Program

Race Week Schedule

SAT
MAR 7 Opening Day

09:00Pilot Registration & Accreditation
11:00Tech Inspection Opens
14:00Official Track Walk
16:00Practice Sessions — Open Class
19:00Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception

SUN
MAR 8 Qualifying — Round 1

08:00Morning Practice (Micro Class)
10:00Qualifying Heats — 5" Open
13:00Qualifying Heats — 3" Micro
16:00Junior Pilot Exhibition
18:30Freestyle Show — Guest Pilots

MON
MAR 9 Qualifying — Round 2

09:00Qualifying Heats — 5" Open (Continued)
12:00Leaderboard Review Session
14:00Qualifying Heats — Micro Class
17:00Pilot Clinics & Simulator Workshop
19:30Night Practice (LED Circuit)

TUE
MAR 10 Semifinal Qualifiers

09:00Final Qualifying Heats — All Classes
13:00Bracket Announcement
15:00Semifinal Practice
17:00Drone Tech Expo Opens
20:00Pilots' Dinner

          WED
MAR 11
          NIGHT RACE ⚡
        
10:00Semifinal Heats — 5" Open (Top 32)
13:00Semifinal Heats — 3" Micro (Top 16)
16:00LED Circuit Setup & Sound Check
20:00NIGHT RACE — Full LED Circuit
22:00Afterparty @ Venue

THU
MAR 12 Quarterfinals

09:00Quarterfinal Heats — Open Class
12:00Quarterfinal Heats — Micro Class
15:00Freestyle Battle (Invited)
17:30Junior Championship Final
19:00Spectator FPV Experience

FRI
MAR 13 Semifinals

10:00Semifinal — 3" Micro Final
12:30Micro Class Awards
14:00Semifinal — 5" Open (Top 8)
17:00Pre-Final Draw Ceremony
20:00Exhibition — World-Class Freestyle

          SAT
MAR 14
          GRAND FINAL 🏆
        
10:00Final Practice — Top 4 Pilots
12:00Opening Show & Sponsor Parade
14:00GRAND FINAL — 5" Open Class
16:30Freestyle World Exhibition
18:00Awards Ceremony & Prize Giving

Competition Format

Race Stages

01

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Tech Inspection

All drones undergo mandatory technical inspection before the event. Weight, motor size, video transmitter power, and safety features are verified to MultiGP standards. Non-compliant drones can be tuned in the on-site pit area.

Mar 7 • All pilots required

02

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Time Trial Qualifying

Pilots run three individual timed laps on the full circuit. Best two times count toward your qualifying score. Top 64 advance to the bracket stage. Separate qualifications are held for the 5" Open class and 3" Micro class.

Mar 8–10 • 5" Open & 3" Micro

03

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Night Race — LED Circuit

A fan-favorite spectacle. The full circuit is illuminated with colour-coded LED gates and lighting rigs. Drones are fitted with LED strips for identification. The night race runs as a separate championship bracket and counts toward the overall standings.

Mar 11 • 20:00 — Top 32 only

04

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Elimination Heats

Head-to-head multi-pilot racing across quarterfinal and semifinal rounds. 4 pilots per heat, top 2 advance. Races are best-of-3 at the semifinal stage. Drop heats give eliminated pilots a second-chance path for podium bonus points.

Mar 12–13 • All classes

05

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Grand Final

The championship climax. Top 4 pilots compete in a 5-race Grand Final series on the full Hipodrom circuit with a live audience and international stream. Points accumulate across races — the pilot with the most points wins the FPV Serbia Open 2026 title.

Mar 14 • 14:00 — Live Broadcast

Competition Classes

Choose Your Division

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5" Open Class

Max frame: 5-inch propeller
Any motor / ESC combination
Max all-up weight: 850g
Digital or analog FPV
Min 200mW VTX output
Betaflight / Ardupilot / KISS

Prize: €10,000

Register — 5" Open

5" Pro Class

Invitation / qualifier only
World-ranking pilots
Spec motor regulations apply
Digital FPV required
Factory team support allowed
Points toward global rankings

Prize: €8,000

Apply — Pro Class

💪

3" Micro Class

Max frame: 3-inch propeller
Max all-up weight: 250g
Separate micro-scale track
Analog FPV only
Great for beginners
Indoor segment available

Prize: €4,000

Register — 3" Micro

🌞

Junior Class

Pilots under 18 years old
2.5" or 3" frames only
Dedicated safe practice area
Coach/guardian required
Reduced entry fee
Mentorship from pro pilots

Prize: Trophies + Gear

Register — Junior

Venue

Hipodrom Circuit, Belgrade

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Hipodrom Beograd
Carice Milice 3
11000 Belgrade, Serbia

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Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport 18 km — 25 min by taxi / shuttle

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City Center (Knez Mihailova) 3 km — 10 min by tram

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Recommended Hotels Hotel Moskva, Falkensteiner Belgrade, Hotel Square Nine

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Free Parking On-site 500 spaces for pilots & spectators

● 5,000 sq m outdoor race area

● Covered spectator grandstands

● On-site catering & food stalls

● 50+ pilot pit stations

● Generator power available

● Crash repair workshop

📍 Hipodrom Beograd

Circuit Layout

Track Length: 480m Gates: 18 Obstacles: 7

Media Gallery

Action Shots

Championship Final — 2025 Edition

Gate Pass @ 160 km/h

Pilot in the Zone

Aerial — Hipodrom Circuit

Night Race LED Circuit

Spectators at the Final

Tech Inspection Pits

Rewards

Prize Structure

🥈

2nd Place

€4,000

2

🥇

1st Place

€8,000

1

🥉

3rd Place

€2,000

3

Full Prize Breakdown — 5" Open Class

Position	Prize Money	Bonus
🏆 1st	€8,000	Trophy + Gear Pack + Title
🥈 2nd	€4,000	Trophy + Gear Pack
🥉 3rd	€2,000	Trophy + Gear Pack
4th	€1,000	Certificate
5th – 8th	€250 each	Certificate
Night Race Champion	€1,500	Special LED Trophy
Best Freestyle Pilot	€1,000	Fan Vote Award
Fastest Lap Overall	€500	Speed Record Plaque
3" Micro Champion	€1,500	Trophy + Gear
Junior Champion	Gear Pack	Trophy + Scholarship

Featured Athletes

Expected Top Pilots

Aleksander "VOLT" Petrovic

🇸🇷 Serbia Balkan #1 Ranked

Defending FPV Serbia Open champion. Known for surgical gate accuracy and aggressive line selection.

Dmitri "PHANTOM" Volkov

🇷🇺 Russia MultiGP Top 10

Two-time European night race champion. Excels on technical circuits with elevation changes.

Lena "VORTEX" Hartmann

🇩🇪 Germany EuroCup Finalist 2025

Known for her relentless consistency and pinpoint gate hits. Won four consecutive EuroCup events.

Marco "BLAZE" Rossi

🇮🇹 Italy Freestyle World #3

Equal parts racer and artist — Marco's freestyle sessions draw standing ovations. Watch him in the exhibition.

Full pilot roster announced February 2026. 120+ pilots from 24 nations confirmed.

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Registration Details

5" Open Class €120

3" Micro Class €80

Junior Class (under 18) €40

Spectator Day Pass €15

Spectator Week Pass €60

Registration Deadline: February 28, 2026
Payment: Card, PayPal, Bank Transfer
Refund Policy: Full refund until Feb 1, 50% until Feb 15

All pilots must hold valid FPV insurance. Club-issued or individual policies accepted.

Partners & Sponsors

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Official Partners

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FAQ

Common Questions

Do I need to bring my own drone?

Yes. All competition drones must be pilot-owned. Loaner drones are not provided, but on-site repair and component stores will be available in the pit area.

Is there a visa required for Serbia?

Serbia offers visa-free entry for citizens of EU, UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Russia, and many other countries. Check the official Serbian MFA website for your country's requirements.

Can I bring spectators/family?

Absolutely. Spectator day passes (€15) and week passes (€60) are available. Children under 12 enter free with a paying adult.

What FPV frequencies are permitted?

5.8GHz video only. Channels will be assigned to each pilot at registration to avoid interference. Pilots may not switch channels without race director approval.

Is there accommodation near the venue?

Yes. We have negotiated special rates at three Belgrade hotels. Booking details and promo codes will be sent upon registration confirmation.

Will the event be streamed live?

Yes! All final rounds, the night race, and the Grand Final will be streamed live on YouTube and our official social channels. Commentary in English and Serbian.