Valencian Community Motorcycle Grand Prix
Date | Country | Grand Prix | Venue |
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28th February – 2nd March | Thailand | Thailand Motorcycle Grand Prix | Chang International Circuit |
14th – 16th March | Argentina | Argentina Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix | Termas De Rio Hondo |
28th – 30th March | USA | Motorcycle Grand Prix of the Americas | Circuit of the Americas |
11th – 13th April | Qatar | Qatar Motorcycle Grand Prix | Lusail International Circuit |
25th – 27th April | Spain | Spanish Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuito De Jerez – Angel Nieto |
9th – 11th May | France | French Motorcycle Grand Prix | Bugatti Circuit, LE Mans |
23rd – 25th May | United Kingdom | British Motorcycle Grand Prix | Silverstone Circuit |
6th – 8th June | Aragon | Aragon Motorcycle Grand Prix | Motorland Aragon, Alcaniz |
20th – 22nd June | Italy | Italian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello |
27th – 29th June | Netherlands | Dutch TT | TT Circuit Assen |
11th – 13th July | Germany | German Motorcycle Grand Prix | Sachsenring |
18th – 20th July | Czechia | Czech Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix | Automotodrom Brno |
15th – 17th August | Austria | Austrian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Red Bull Ring - Spielberg |
22nd – 24th August | Hungary | Hungarian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Balaton Park |
5th – 7th September | Catalonia | Catalan Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya |
12th – 14th September | San Marino | San Marino and the Rimini Riviera Motorcycle Grand Prix | Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli |
26th – 28th September | Japan | Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix | Mobility Resort Motegi |
3rd – 5th October | Indonesia | Indonesian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Pertamina Mandalika Circuit |
17th – 19th October | Australia | Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Philip Island Grand Prix Circuit |
24th – 26th October | Malaysia | Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix | Petronas Sepang International Circuit |
7th – 9th November | Portugal | Portuguese Motorcycle Grand Prix | Autódromo Internacional do Algarve |
14th – 16th November | Valencia | Valencian Community Motorcycle Grand Prix | Circuit Ricardo Tormo |
The Valencian Community Motorcycle Grand Prix is a prominent event in the MotoGP calendar with a rich history, rooted deeply in the world of motorsports. The event was held for the first time at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo aka Circuit de Valencia in the year 1999. Since its inauguration, the event has gone through several name changes and sponsors including Gran Premio Marlboro, Gran Premio Movistar, and Premio Motul. Among the most notable winners of the event, Dani Pedrosa with his seven victories, holds the record for most wins.
Circuit Ricardo Tormo
Circuit length | 4.005 km |
Number of Corners | 14 |
Lap record | 1:31.042, set by Jorge Lorenzo (2016) |
First Grand Prix | 1999 |
Direction | Counterclockwise |
Capacity | 120,000 |
The Circuit Ricardo Tormo is a unique racetrack with a stadium-like layout that not only creates a unique atmosphere but also allows the spectators to enjoy it to the fullest by offering them excellent views. Stretching to 4.005 km, the Circuit Ricardo Tormo consists of a unique layout that is lined with 14 challenging corners that test the skills of the riders as they try to conquer them. Running in a clockwise direction, the stadium-like circuit can accommodate an audience of 120,000.
History of Circuit Ricardo Tormo
Circuit Ricardo Tormo, known by some as the Circuit de Valencia has a rich history of motor sporting. The construction of the circuit began in 1998 and it was decided that it would be named after the two-time champion Grand Prix motorcycle racer from Spain, Ricardo Tormo who had passed away in the same year. The circuit completed construction in 1999 and officially opened on September 19, 1999. Ever since its opening, the circuit has hosted several events including MotoGP, World Superbike Championship, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series, Valencian Community Grand Prix, and FIA GT Championship. Over the years, the circuit has also been bestowed with awards and recognition including, the IRTA Best Grand Prix award in three years, 2003, 2004, and 2006.
Circuit Ricardo Tormo Topography
The Circuit Ricardo Tormo sits on a land with a unique and challenging topography. Not only is the circuit one of a kind with its stadium-like design, but it is also quite challenging. Stretching to 4.005 km long, the circuit consists of several elevation changes and features 14 corners that include a thrilling mix of sweeping bends, hairpins, and chicanes. The circuit also harbors a main straight of about 0.876 km that offers the riders the optimal chance of high-speed overtaking.
Cost of the Valencian Community Motorcycle Grand Prix
Grandstand/Tickets | Day | Price |
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Grandstand Rojo | 3-Day | $164 |
Grandstand Verde | 3-Day | $205 |
Grandstand Azul | 3-Day | $205 |
Grandstand Amarilla | 3-Day | $205 |
Grandstand Naranja | 3-Day | TBD |
Grandstand Naranja Superior | 3-Day | TBD |
Grandstand Amarilla (Upper Seats) | 3-Day | TBD |
Grandstand Morada | 3-Day | TBD |
Grandstand Blanca | 3-Day | TBD |
MotoGP 2025 Drivers and Sponsors
Team | Constructor | Motorcycle | Rider |
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Aprilia Racing | Aprilia | RS-GP25 | Marco Bezzecchi |
Jorge Martín | |||
Trackhouse MotoGP Team | Raúl Fernández | ||
Ai Ogura | |||
Ducati Lenovo Team | Ducati | Desmosedici GP25 | Francesco Bagnaia |
Marc Márquez | |||
Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team | Fabio Di Giannantonio | ||
Desmosedici GP24 | Franco Morbidelli | ||
Gresini Racing MotoGP | Fermín Aldeguer | ||
Álex Márquez | |||
Castrol Honda LCR Idemitsu Honda LCR |
Honda | RC213V | Johann Zarco |
Somkiat Chantra | |||
Honda HRC | Luca Marini | ||
Joan Mir | |||
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | KTM | RC16 | Brad Binder |
Pedro Acosta | |||
Red Bull KTM Tech3 | Maverick Viñales | ||
Enea Bastianini | |||
Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team | Yamaha | YZR-M1 | Fabio Quartararo |
Álex Rins | |||
Prima Pramac Yamaha | Jack Miller | ||
Miguel Oliveira |