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Dorna expects Liberty Media takeover of MotoGP to gain EU approval on time
Dorna Sports expects Liberty Media’s acquisition of MotoGP to be approved by the European Commission by the end of June, in line with the planned timeline. The €4.2 billion deal between Liberty Media and MotoGP was announced on April 1 last year. Despite a delay due to an EU probe launched in December, recent reports suggest that the acquisition is set to receive unconditional approval. Dorna’s chief sporting officer, Carlos Ezpeleta, expressed confidence in the timeline, stating that work with the European Commission has been positive. In the midst of these developments, MotoGP has been focusing on new fan engagement initiatives and has seen record attendance numbers during the current season. Ezpeleta emphasized MotoGP’s growth strategy, highlighting ongoing investments to attract new audiences and continue expanding the championship.
