It looks like there’s a shake-up coming to the MotoGP calendar!
Since 1999, the world championship finale has been at the Ricardo Tormo circuit, almost like a yearly tradition. But, it looks like things might change soon. Liberty Media, who are now in charge of the championship, are aiming to make MotoGP a truly global thing and balance out a calendar that’s been mostly dominated by Europe, especially Spain.
Here’s an idea - what if the controversial Adelaide street circuit becomes the new final of the world championship? The urban track project, which is still being developed, might be ready in time for next season, giving Australia a fantastic global showcase, similar to the big international F1 event currently held in Melbourne.
Valencia won’t disappear from the calendar. Its traditional position as the final race, would move to the centre of the European tour.
What does it mean for Spain and for fans? It has long been thought that four Spanish races on such a busy calendar is excessive, no doubt influenced by Carmelo Ezpeleta the Spanish CEO of Dorna, now renamed MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group. Many would say Aragon is long overdue for removal from the calendar but how would fans feel about losing one of the others? The MotoGP Spanish Mecca, Jerez, traditionally the season's European opener is a fan favourite, and with Jerez, Barcelona and Valencia all in contract until 2031, no other changes are likely to be imminent.
MotoGP has decided to cap it at 22 Grand Prix each year, and several new ideas are trying to get in. One of the most promising is bringing back racing to Argentina, with a circuit planned for Buenos Aires starting in 2027. If this happens, someone will have to make room.
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