The management of MotoGP, led by its sporting director Carlos Ezpeleta, has reaffirmed that the competition will not accept compromises regarding safety, despite Liberty Media‘s intentions to expand their calendar to the Miami International Autodrome, a track commonly used in Formula 1.
Recently, Liberty’s CEO, Derek Chang, described this circuit as a “logical” point of expansion for MotoGP in the United States. However, this statement has sparked controversy, as the improvised circuit has been specifically designed for four-wheeled racing and features limited safety zones.
At the pre-French Grand Prix conference, Ezpeleta pointed out that any racing plan for Miami is a long-term possibility and not an immediate priority. The safety of the riders, he stressed, will remain at the core of MotoGP’s approach to the evolution of its calendar.
“What Derek has said is that Miami is a logical option to consider,” Ezpeleta expressed to the media team. “Since the announcement of the agreement with Liberty, probably everyone has assumed that we would explore this option, but it is clear that some circuits are not viable for us, and there will be no compromises on safety.”
Considerations on city circuits
The comments about Miami come after MotoGP announced the move of the Australian GP to a new urban circuit in Adelaide, replacing the traditional Phillip Island layout. Ezpeleta emphasized that the Adelaide Grand Prix is the exception and does not imply a widespread shift towards urban circuits.
“What we have announced in Adelaide is a very specific project,” he added. “We do not expect to see half a MotoGP season in urban circuits. Each city presents its own conditions and solutions.”
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