Contract extended: MotoGP stars to race in Portimão until 2029
The World Motorcycle Championship will be held in Portugal until at least 2029. The new agreement between MotoGP and the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão was announced on 24 September.
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Spektakulär: Die Rennstrecke in Portimao
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Spektakulär: Die Rennstrecke in Portimao
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The spectacular circuit in Portimão made its debut on the MotoGP calendar in 2020, marking the return of MotoGP to Portugal – for the first time since 2012. In 2021, MotoGP returned to this venue, and the event subsequently secured a long-term place in the championship from 2023 onwards – with steadily growing spectator numbers and increasing international recognition. Last year, the Portuguese Grand Prix attracted more than 166,000 fans over the course of the weekend, setting a new attendance record for MotoGP at the Algarve International Circuit.
On 24 September, the MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group announced that the contract with the Portuguese circuit had been extended until 2029.
“The return of the Portuguese Grand Prix to the Algarve International Circuit has added a new dimension to the championship from the moment it was included in the calendar,” emphasised Carlos Ezpeleta, Deputy CEO of MotoGP. “Its challenging circuit has produced some unforgettable races and quickly made it a favourite with riders and fans alike. We look forward to building on this momentum, turning the event into an even bigger MotoGP celebration and offering fans across Portugal unforgettable experiences.”
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