Liberty Media has announced that it is continuing to evaluate options for organizing a second MotoGP race in the United States, with Miami as one of the highlighted possible locations. The United States represents a key market for the championship’s expansion, an interest that began before Liberty’s acquisition of MotoGP.
Until 2013, MotoGP had held three races in the country, but for more than a decade, the Circuit of the Americas has been the only North American venue on the calendar. With the commercial success of Formula 1 in the United States under Liberty’s leadership, the company now wants to also bolster MotoGP’s presence.
No decision has yet been made regarding the specific site of the future second race, but Liberty’s CEO, Derek Chang, hinted that the Miami International Autodrome, a temporary circuit located around the Hard Rock Stadium, could be a viable option. “We are organizing discussions about where we can expand in the United States, and Miami should be considered a logical option,” Chang stated.
Additionally, Liberty aims to bring MotoGP events closer to fans, which would involve adding more city-based circuits to the calendar. Recently, the championship announced the withdrawal of the popular Phillip Island Circuit in Australia to make way for an urban circuit in Adelaide.
Chang also emphasized the importance of preserving MotoGP’s heritage, assuring that traditional circuits will continue to play a significant role in the calendar. “We do not want to replace all circuits at once.” This comes at a time when a record crowd is expected at the Circuit de La Sarthe for the French Grand Prix.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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