Motorsports
MotoGP CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta drops bomb: ‘There are some F1 street circuits we can use’
Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of Dorna, The promoters who control the MotoGP World Championship were at the Las Vegas Grand Prix to attend a meeting with Liberty Media, which bought 84% of the rights to motorcycle’s premier class a few months ago.
So this Saturday, the head of MotoGP was present at the class division for the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix and spoke to DAZN. In his short talk, Carmelo highlighted the spectacle that Liberty Media has created around F1 at events such as Las Vegas, and how much the MotoGP product could be improved with American help.
Next came a question from journalist Thomas Sleifer regarding the possibility of MotoGP turning the Grand Prix into something more similar to Las Vegas. When framing the question, journalists assumed that MotoGP could not compete in urban races like this, and Carmelo wanted to justify that idea. It was then that Ezpeleta said an important phrase to keep in mind for the future of the MotoGP calendar. “There are some F1 street circuits we can use.”
For safety reasons, it was thought that MotoGP could not be competed on the urban circuits visited by F1 because of the need for wide loopholes to stop bikes and drivers in the event of an accident. Although it is not possible to compete between walls, as in the case of Monaco, Las Vegas and Baku, Ezpeleta wanted to emphasize that there may be routes that allow these loopholes to be created.
“It doesn’t matter if we compete on urban circuits or not, we just need to get away.”. It’s hard to escape from here (Las Vegas), but There are several F1 street circuits available. Security is number one. When we started in 1992, our commitment was to improve safety, and we have achieved that. we won’t give up on it. But for example, in theory, Mandalika is a city. So if there’s a loophole circuit in the middle of the street, we’re there. ”commented. It is unclear whether Carmelo refers to a route such as Melbourne or Montreal, or another semi-city not located in the city centre.
“We’re within Liberty Media. This site is an example of what Liberty Media can do, not us (MotoGP). Unfortunately, we can’t race here, but the way they understand what racing is like is incredible. These are people who know a lot about entertainment and I think we have a great sport and with their help it will be even better,” he previously said on DAZN.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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Motorsports
Verstappen announced the conditions under which he will run in the legendary race in 2026
Max Verstappen says his participation in the Nürburgring 24 Hours is in doubt.
The four-time F1 champion has long been involved in endurance racing and is actively racing and testing in GT3, but full preparation for the Nordschleife marathon coincides with the Formula 1 calendar. The preparation races coincide with the F1 stages and the Dutchman does not want to go to the start without them.
“It’s very difficult to give a definitive answer right now,” Max said.
“I would like to start well prepared, but the preparation races coincide with Formula 1. Therefore, this year I will only be able to participate in the race if there is a change in the calendar.”
Therefore, Verstappen’s participation in the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours is still in doubt and directly depends on possible changes in the program or compromises between Formula 1 and the marathon training program.
Source: Sport UA
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The first week of Formula 1 testing is approaching. The teams are preparing for the first joint test at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, followed by two more sessions in Bahrain.
The first cars to take to the track were Audi and Cadillac, now Racing Bulls have joined them. The Faenza team chose Imola as their “home” for the debut of the 2026 model.
The outgoing Alfa Tauri and Toro Rosso recently unveiled livery at an event in Detroit alongside Red Bull, but the actual vehicles of the new generation remain largely under wraps for now. There will be multiple technical changes before the season starts in Melbourne.
In the 2026 season, Alan Permain’s team will field Liam Lawson and debutant Arvid Lindblad. In the context of radically updated regulations, testing will be vital for the adaptation of pilots and crews.
Therefore, Racing Bulls decided not to wait for official testing in Barcelona. Today VCARB03 will travel approximately 15 km as part of an exercise to check the accuracy of the assembly, and on January 22 the team will conduct a full shooting day with 200 km of driving allowed.
Source: Sport UA
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When things go wrong, the simplest thing to do is to look for the culprit where there were only heroes before, and resort to the classic “I already told you so”, which strangely enough, almost no one has ever said before. Many of these are also what set Athletic apart.
to All good people will come together. On the other hand, there is also a line to jump off the ship. There, the more storms come, the more you have to be obsessed with color. The mark of distinction lies in being there when things go wrong.
QIt is clear that Valverde’s team are not having their best moments. on the contrary. The situation is getting worse.
YoLions captain Nyaki Williams looked invincible a few months ago. Well, in a short period of time he has already suffered two muscle injuries. I can’t think of it.
TTherefore, it is necessary to emphasize what the athletic forward has achieved so far. Both on and off the field. His dedication has been, and continues to be, without question. By now, some critics will remember how he celebrated his popular flight home in time to face Barça in the cup.
toTime has not passed the best moments. It’s not about soccer or physicality. And if a player in a similar condition is injured, others can already knock on wood.
NOr athletics who claim not to leave it alone are fine. To understand this, it is enough to look back at the games played throughout the new year. Either way, it’s time to prove you’re unique. Both inside and outside the green.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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