MotoGP Season-Ending Grand Prix to be Held in Barcelona
Championship Tussle Comes Down to the Wire
Francesco Bagnaia won the Malaysia Grand Prix on Sunday, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the MotoGP season. The championship is now headed down to the wire, with Prima Pramac Racing’s Jorge Martin and Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia vying for the top spot.
Valencia Grand Prix Cancellation
However, the season-ending Grand Prix will not be held in Valencia as previously planned. The event was cancelled due to catastrophic floods in the region, which have claimed the lives of at least 217 people and left many more unaccounted for. The floods are considered the worst in decades in Spain.
Barcelona to Host Season-Ending Grand Prix
To show solidarity with the Community of Valencia, the MotoGP organizers have announced that the season-ending Grand Prix will be held in Barcelona from November 15-17. The Catalan city already hosts the Catalunya Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, making it an ideal location for the season’s final event.
Championship Showdown
The season-ending Grand Prix will decide the outcome of the championship, with Bagnaia’s victory in the Malaysia Grand Prix putting him in a strong position. Martin will need to perform well in Barcelona to have any chance of taking the title.
FAQs
- When will the season-ending MotoGP be held?
The event will take place from November 15-17 in Barcelona. - Why was the Valencia Grand Prix cancelled?
The Valencia Grand Prix was cancelled due to catastrophic floods in the region, which have claimed the lives of at least 217 people and left many more unaccounted for. - Who are the top contenders for the championship?
Francesco Bagnaia and Jorge Martin are the two main contenders for the championship, with Bagnaia’s victory in the Malaysia Grand Prix putting him in a strong position.