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Liberty Media boss Derek Chang has responded to rumours about a potential MotoGP race in Miami
Derek Chang, boss of Liberty Media, sees the Miami Formula 1 track as a potential venue for MotoGP’s expansion in the US, amid rumors of a grand prix there. The Miami Grand Prix has become a highlight for Liberty since joining the F1 calendar in 2022, utilizing street circuits around the Miami Dolphins NFL stadium. Speculation arose during the recent Miami F1 weekend regarding a possible MotoGP race at the venue in the future. However, converting Miami’s track for MotoGP would require significant safety modifications due to the barriers’ proximity and limited run-off areas. Liberty’s interest in US expansion was reinforced in an investors’ call where Derek Chang hinted at exploring Miami as a feasible location, emphasizing the company’s commitment to MotoGP growth in the US. Liberty aims to strategically choose future MotoGP locations near major cities, akin to the Brazilian Grand Prix’s return and next year’s event in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
