Revving Up Success: Liberty Media Secures MotoGP Acquisition

Following the European Commission’s approval, Liberty Media has completed the acquisition of 86% of Dorna for €4.3 billion, with CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta and COO Enrique Aldama retaining the remaining 14%. The takeover marks a major milestone in the sports entertainment industry, positioning Liberty Media to control the second-largest motorsport championship globally, after purchasing the Formula 1 rights in 2017. Liberty Media intends to leverage Dorna’s MotoGP to capitalize on growth opportunities, particularly targeting expansion in specific regions worldwide – with a strong focus on the North American market. Under the…

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Dorna CEO’s Absence Marks Historic Moment in MotoGP Leadership

Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta is unable to attend the MotoGP British Grand Prix this weekend due to recent spinal surgery. This will be the first MotoGP event that Ezpeleta has missed since Dorna Sports acquired the championship in 1992. Having struggled with a spinal condition affecting two vertebrae and causing chronic pain, Ezpeleta finally decided to undergo surgery this week. His aim is to return to the paddock for the next round of the championship at Aragon in two weeks. Despite his absence this weekend, Ezpeleta has been a consistent…

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