MotoGP signs new deal for Indian Grand Prix in Uttar Pradesh

Some of the best racing action (and wheelies) in motorsports is returning to India. MotoGP has entered into a new contract with Invest UP, part of the Uttar Pradesh Goverment. This agreement ensures that the Indian Grand Prix will be part of the calendar from 2025 to 2027. Buddh International Circuit will be hosting the race.

Credits: The free press journal

A breath of relief from last year’s scare

The news brings great relief to the fans in India and across the world. After the financial row with previous contract holder ‘Fairstreet Sports’, the Indian GP was in danger of being scrapped completely. Post the inaugural race at BIC, the preparation of which had it’s fair share of logistical and organisational issues, Fairstreet sports missed deadlines given by Dorna Sports (the organiser of MotoGP) to pay dues from the race. Since the deadlines weren’t met, Donna terminated the contract and immediately started looking for new potential partners for the race.

“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.”

Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh, Chief Secretary-cum-Infrastructure & Industrial Development Commissioner, Government of UP

Credits: Hindustan Times

MotoGP’s growing popularity to benefit Dorna & India

MotoGP’s popularity has been on the rise in India. Certainly with last year’s race proving a success with fans & given India’s passion for bikes and growing love for all things motorsport, the new agreement couldn’t have come at a better time for MotoGP and BIC.

“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.”

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna Sports

With Moto GP set to return to India, we fans will once again be able to experience International Motorsports in our own country. This development will also lead to revenue generation and awareness about Motorsports in India.

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