MotoGP confirms final round in Barcelona

The Barcelona-Catalunya circuit will host the final of the 2024 championship MotoGP. After the cancellation of the Valencia GP, due to the devastating floods that hit the region, the discipline examined the candidacy of several circuits. The Catalan track then appeared as the favorite on the list.

The event will be organized with the aim of supporting the victims of the natural disaster that is currently affecting Spain. And more specifically the Valencia region. Hence the special name of the event: the Motul Solidarity Grand Prix of Barcelona.

This will be the second event of the season to be held at the venue after the 2024 Catalan Grand Prix. Event won by Pecco Bagnaia. The dates of this meeting will be the same as those for which the Valencia GP was scheduled. Namely from November 15 to 17.

A meeting with immense stakes, since the last act of the fight between Jorge Martín and Pecco Bagnaia will take place there.

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Barcelona, ​​the least restrictive option for MotoGP

MotoGP has ruled that “Running in Barcelona was the best possible choice.” The circuit being the easiest option for fans who had already planned to attend the season finale. The location and the circuit are also the most efficient choice. It offers, in fact, better accessibility than Aragon. The other alternative thought by Dorna to replace the Valencia GP.

Racing in Barcelona upset many people in the paddock. They considered the region too close to the one impacted by the events. MotoGP therefore wanted to justify this choice in his official announcement.

“The event will be hosted by MotoGP and we remain true to our mission of having a positive impact on people, places and the planet wherever we race. In this case, racing close to the Valencian Community will also allow the paddock to put this into action even more directly. 

Further information will be communicated as soon as possible to fans who wish to attend the fight for the 2024 title, as well as the various initiatives that will take place throughout the weekend to support the aid provided to Valencia.

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