Revving Up Change: MotoGP Constructors Drive Towards a Formula 1-Inspired ‘Concorde Agreement’

MotoGP’s manufacturers have united to negotiate for a new financial framework with Dorna, seeking a larger share of the championship’s commercial rights. The five constructors met at the Czech Grand Prix, appointing Lin Jarvis as their spokesperson to interact with Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta and express their demands for a fairer distribution of financial assets. Although Dorna initially showed reluctance, the manufacturers are hopeful for a compromise during upcoming negotiations, potentially at the Austria event in August, aiming to create a MotoGP equivalent of F1’s Concorde Agreement. The current focus…

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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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Revving Up for Resolution: The High-Stakes F1 Arbitration Set to Resolve the Aprilia-Martin Conflict in Just 72 Hours

Jorge Martin’s representative made a significant move at the Dutch MotoGP in Assen to push forward stalled negotiations with Aprilia. The goal is to resolve all matters before Martin is expected to return at the Czech GP on the weekend of 20 July. Talks between Aprilia and Martin are deadlocked, leaving the situation in uncertainty. If an agreement is not reached, Jorge Martin may not be registered for 2026, as per championship CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta. The looming possibility of a legal battle could prolong the resolution for over a year.…

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The Unfathomable Decision: Aleix Espargaro Questions Aprilia’s Stance on Jorge Martin

Despite retiring at the end of last season, Aleix Espargaro remains a prominent figure in the MotoGP scene questioning Aprilia’s treatment of Jorge Martin. Espargaro’s close relationship with Martin and his history with Aprilia give weight to his criticism. As a former rider for Aprilia, Espargaro holds importance in the ongoing conflict between Martin and the team. While serving as a test rider for Honda, Espargaro’s opinion on the Martin-Aprilia crisis holds significance. The dispute, now involving Dorna’s intervention, highlights the complexities surrounding Martin’s future and his agent Albert Valera’s…

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