MotoGP Updates: Indian GP Set to Return from 2025

MotoGP Secures New Contract with Uttar Pradesh Government, Indian GP to Return from 2025 to 2027

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MotoGP has finalized a new agreement with Invest UP, the Government of Uttar Pradesh’s agency responsible for promoting international investment in the state.

Following its removal from this year’s schedule due to “operational considerations” and adverse “weather conditions,” the new contract ensures the Indian Grand Prix will rejoin the MotoGP calendar from 2025 to 2027. 

The event will continue to take place at the Buddh International Circuit, which first appeared on the MotoGP schedule in 2023.

The inaugural Grand Prix at Buddh International Circuit saw over 100,000 fans witness history as the world’s most exciting sport raced in the country for the first time.

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports, expressed his enthusiasm for the renewed partnership: “We’re very happy to announce this new agreement made directly with the government of Uttar Pradesh. The inaugural Indian Grand Prix was a key success and brought an enormous amount of value to both MotoGP and our host region of UP, so it’s fantastic we are able to continue building that together into the future.

“India is an essential market for MotoGP, with a healthy, established audience for the racing, and one we know we can increase exponentially. There are also hundreds of millions of two-wheeled vehicles used across the country every day, making it vital for our manufacturers and for the sport itself thanks to MotoGP’s position as the pinnacle of two wheels.

“We’re very proud to work directly with the government of Uttar Pradesh to bring MotoGP back to India, and UP and Buddh International Circuit, for the next three seasons.”

Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh, Chief Secretary-cum-Infrastructure & Industrial Development Commissioner, Government of UP, highlighted the importance of this agreement: “Bringing MotoGP to Uttar Pradesh not only elevates our state on the global sports stage but also catalyzes substantial economic growth across tourism, hospitality, and associated sectors. This event will magnetize visitors worldwide, spotlighting Uttar Pradesh’s prowess in hosting world-class sporting extravaganzas.” 

This new agreement, signed directly between MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports and the government of Uttar Pradesh, the most populous region in India, sets the stage for continued success and growth for both the sport and the motorcycle industry in the country.