The upcoming Brazilian Grand Prix in Goiania marks the return of MotoGP to South America, after more than two decades of absence. The last time the competition visited the country was in 2004, at the Jacarepaguá circuit, which no longer exists.
Since then, MotoGP has tried to replicate the experience, with several projects that have not materialized. The most notable was the Rio Motorpark project, which was set to be realized in 2022, but was canceled a year before its planned inauguration.
16 months ago, MotoGP announced an agreement with Brazil Motorsport, the company responsible for organizing the Formula 1 race in Sao Paulo, to hold a new event at the International Autodrome of Goiania.
History of the Circuit
This circuit was the venue for the first three editions of the Brazilian Grand Prix between 1987 and 1989, until it dropped off the calendar in 1990 due to organizational issues. Afterwards, the competition moved to the Interlagos circuit, which remained until 2004.
Improvements to the Circuit
To make its reintegration into MotoGP possible, 55 million reais (around 10 million dollars) have been invested in improvements. The circuit has been resurfaced, and the facilities have been modernized, including garages, the pit area, and a new control center to support an international level of competition.
Features of the Circuit
The Goiania circuit has a length of 3.835 km and features 14 corners, making it the second shortest in MotoGP. The most notable feature is that it has an uneven number of corners, with nine to the right and five to the left, which has led to the idea that it is an ‘anti-Marquez circuit.’
Riding and Competition
The return to Brazil coincides with the arrival of Diogo Moreira, who is the first Brazilian rider to compete in MotoGP since Alex Barros retired in 2007. Moreira has had a good start to the season, with a notable qualification and his first points finishing 13th in the Thai GP.
With a grid of 22 riders expected for the GP, interest is growing to see how the race will unfold, especially with Pedro Acosta leading the championship after his standout performances this season.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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