MotoGP confirms Barcelona as 2024 season finale replacement

MotoGP has confirmed its 2024 season finale will move to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya this month.

Confirmed:

• Barcelona will step in for Valencia from 15th to 17th November after the latter was hit by devastating floods
• Location chosen due to proximity to original venue to ensure minimum disruption for fans
• Barcelona hosted the Catalan Grand Prix from 24th to 26th May earlier this season

Context:

After it became clear that the Circuit Ricardo Tormo would be unable to host the season finale as planned, it was expected that MotoGP executives would target the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya as a replacement.

Valencia will return to its traditional season finale slot next season as part of an Iberian doubleheader in what is sure to be an emotional race for the series and the local community.

Comment:

A statement from MotoGP read: ‘The event will be organised by MotoGP and we remain committed to our mission to have a positive impact on people, place and planet wherever we race. In this case, racing near the Community of Valencia will also allow the paddock to put that into action even more directly.

‘More information for fans who wish to attend to see the 2024 title fight decided will be shared as soon as possible, as well as the various initiatives which will be held through the weekend to support relief for Valencia.

‘Join us in Barcelona from the 15th to 17th of November for an unforgettable finale, racing for Valencia.’

Coming next:

This will not only be the second time that MotoGP has visited the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya this season, but also the second time that a circuit has had to step in at short notice to host an additional race in 2024.

In a disrupted year, Misano held back-to-back rounds after races in Kazakhstan and India could not go ahead, while the Argentine Grand Prix was cancelled before the start of the campaign.

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