Motorcycle World Championship to continue at Sachsenring through at least 2031 - Motorcycle World Championship will continue at the Sachsenring track up to the year 2031
In a significant move for the world of motorcycle racing, Dorna Sports and the ADAC have agreed to an extended contract, ensuring the Motorcycle World Championship Grand Prix will be held at the Sachsenring for the next decade, up until 2031.
The multi-day event, which includes the main MotoGP race, as well as support races in classes such as Moto2 and Moto3, is set to continue thrilling fans in Saxony. For the 2025 German motorcycle Grand Prix, the event will consist of multiple races over several days, with the MotoGP race itself covering 30 laps, totalling approximately 110.13 km (68.43 miles) on a 3.671 km long circuit.
The extended duration of this prestigious event brings world-class motorcycle racing consistently to the region, hosting one of the most prestigious rounds of the MotoGP World Championship. The Sachsenring is renowned for its challenging track configuration, with 10 left and 3 right corners and a relatively short but technical layout, making it a unique test for riders and teams.
The significance of this agreement for the region is multifaceted. Economically, the event draws thousands of fans from around the world, boosting local tourism, hospitality, and related industries in Saxony, particularly in Hohenstein-Ernstthal where the circuit is located. Culturally and sportingly, hosting such an internationally recognized event elevates the region's profile in the motorsport community. Historically, the Sachsenring circuit has a long history dating back to 1937 and has been a staple in the motorcycle Grand Prix calendar for decades, contributing to regional identity and pride.
Moreover, the extended contract guarantees sustained global media attention, showcasing the area's landscape and facilities, which can lead to further investments and international recognition. The jubilee edition of the Motorcycle World Championship at the Sachsenring in 2027 is now secured due to this new contract, ensuring that the region will continue to celebrate its rich motorsport heritage.
ADAC Sports President, Gerd Ennser, stated that they are continuing the success story of the MotoGP at the Sachsenring. The visitor record for the Motorcycle World Championship at the Sachsenring was broken again last weekend, with 256,441 fans in attendance. This underlines the event's enduring popularity and the enthusiasm of the local community for this iconic race.
The Motorcycle World Championship at the Sachsenring has a successful motorsport history in Saxony, dating back 100 years to the Badberg-Vierecks-Race, which attracted 130,000 spectators. The MotoGP at the Sachsenring is the most significant national motorsport event, with over a quarter of a million visitors. This extended contract is a testament to the continued passion for motorcycle racing in Saxony and the enduring appeal of the Sachsenring circuit.
The community, evident in the record-breaking attendance of 256,441 fans at the Motorcycle World Championship at Sachsenring, expresses a passion for motorcycle racing. To sustain this enthusiasm, vocational training programs could be implemented within the community, focusing on motorcycle maintenance and engineering, thereby fostering the next generation of motor racing enthusiasts and supporting the local economy during the annual racing events. The track's rich history, dating back to 1937, provides a unique opportunity for vocational training programs to incorporate the region's motorsport heritage.
