Global Music Icon Daddy Yankee to Headline MotoGP Awards in Valencia

Daddy Yankee will perform live at the 2025 MotoGP Awards in Valencia after the ceremony honoring Marc Marquez and top riders from the season.

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MotoGP has confirmed that Daddy Yankee, the global music superstar, will headline the 2025 MotoGP Awards ceremony in Valencia on Sunday. Fresh from his hit single, “Sonríele,” which recently topped the Billboard Latin Airplay chart in the USA, Daddy Yankee will perform live following the awards presentation at Circuit Ricardo Tormo. This is the first time the annual awards will be held trackside, offering fans a unique and unforgettable experience.

Fans will enjoy a pre-event set by DJ Nano starting at 16:00, before the awards ceremony begins at 18:30. Then Daddy Yankee will take the stage to close the celebration with a high-energy performance. This combination of music and MotoGP excitement ensures the awards become a memorable highlight of the season.

Daddy Yankee’s appearance is delivered in partnership with Smax Entertainment, which brings world-class talent to MotoGP’s biggest events. By working together, they ensure fans experience sport and entertainment at the highest level.

“This year’s awards celebrate MotoGP in a way that reflects its global energy and passion,” said Kelly Brittain, Managing Director of Global Marketing at MotoGP. “Partnering with Smax Entertainment and bringing artists like Daddy Yankee to the stage demonstrates our commitment to creating unforgettable fan experiences. MotoGP is more than racing, it’s a cultural phenomenon that connects fans worldwide.”

The 2025 season has already broken attendance records, welcoming nine record crowds. The Valencia Grand Prix, where the awards will take place, is sold out, promising an electric atmosphere. More than 1,500 fans will attend in person to witness Marc Marquez collect his seventh MotoGP World Championship trophy after a remarkable comeback. Fans will also celebrate the Moto2 and Moto3 champions and other top riders from this record-breaking season.

With Daddy Yankee performing live and the season’s top riders being honored, the 2025 MotoGP Awards promise a historic evening for fans. The event blends music, sporting excellence, and culture, ensuring everyone experiences the thrill of MotoGP both on and off the track.