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MotoGP has settled on the Circuit de Catalunya-Barcelona as its new 2024 season finale venue following the cancellation of the Valencia round, according to The Race’s sources.
According to sources from The Race, MotoGP has chosen the Circuit de Catalunya-Barcelona as the new venue for the 2024 season finale due to the cancellation of the Valencia round. Dorna is expected to confirm this decision within 24 hours after the devastating flooding in Valencia that resulted in tragic loss of lives. Despite initial considerations of using Qatar’s Lusail circuit as a replacement, the higher costs led Moto2 and Moto3 teams to push for Barcelona as the alternative. The Catalan circuit will host the race on the originally-scheduled dates of November 15-17, likely including the post-season test day. While reigning champion Pecco Bagnaia might benefit from the choice, some voices within the MotoGP community have reservations about concluding the season in Spain following the recent tragedy in Valencia.
