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The final round of the 2024 MotoGP season may well be in doubt after Spain’s Valencia region was hit this week with severe flash flooding that has tragically left over 50 people dead and caused extensive damage to the Circuit Ricardo Tormo
The final round of the 2024 MotoGP season at Spain’s Valencia region is now in doubt due to severe flash flooding that claimed over 50 lives and caused extensive damage to the Circuit Ricardo Tormo, potentially affecting the championship battle between Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia in two weeks. The recent storms and flooding in Valencia have wreaked havoc, with local towns like Chiva and Cheste facing inundation and fatalities, prompting concerns about the viability of hosting the race. Video footage shows significant damage to the circuit, including the main entrance road and minimoto track, casting doubt on whether the event can proceed in light of the ongoing search and reconstruction operations. Possible alternative venues are being considered, such as southern European circuits like Jerez or Portimao, but the logistical challenges remain substantial with only a short time frame to make arrangements. MotoGP organisers Dorna have yet to comment on the situation, leaving uncertainty surrounding the conclusion of the season and the fate of the championship showdown between Martin and Bagnaia.
