IndianOil Grand Prix of India Begins At Buddh International Circuit: Track Facts, Top Racers, Stats - All You Need To Know

India is gearing up to host its first-ever MotoGP event, the IndianOil Grand Prix of India from September 22 to 24, 2023, at the Buddh International Circuit, Greater Noida. This is the 13th race of the season and the first time that the highest class of motorcycle racing is taking place in India.

This groundbreaking event promises to be full of excitement and adrenaline-rush, showcasing the fastest bikes in the world! With numerous global and local partners, the event is set not only to put India on the map of international motorsports but also to revolutionize it.

Dorna Sports and Fairstreet Sports: The Power Behind the Event

The MotoGP in India is brought to the nation by Dorna Sports, the exclusive rights holder of the FIM World Championship Grand Prix since 1991, in collaboration with Fairstreet Sports. Fairstreet Sports has secured the rights from Dorna Sports to organize the MotoGP race in India from 2023 to 2029, opening a new chapter in the country's motorsports history.

The Ultimate Statement in Motorsports: The IndianOil Grand Prix of India

For the first time, India will feature in the MotoGP calendar, hosting the 13th race out of 20 for the season. A total of 82 riders, part of 41 teams, will compete in the thrilling event, riding the fastest bikes from the world's top manufacturers.

Noteworthy surnames such as Yamaha, Honda, Ducati, and Aprilia will showcase their machines at the event. The Indian Grand Prix main event will also be supported by the equally exciting Moto2 and Moto3 races, promising fans a memorable experience.

India's Potential: A New Era for Motorsports

With a staggering 1.4 billion population and a massive fan base of 54 million, even before the first race, India is potentially the largest market for MotoGP. India also leads globally in bike sales, with 18 million bikes sold annually.

The increasing market for luxury motorcycles further highlights India's readiness for high-octane motorsport extravaganzas. The collaborative effort between international organizers and Indian partners to bring the IndianOil Grand Prix of India exemplifies this potential.

MotoGP India Track Facts

The Buddh International Circuit, also an R&D hub for worldwide manufacturers, boasts one of the fastest straights in the calendar with a length of 1.06 km. This circuit will see 24 laps of the MotoGP race, accumulating approximately 118.97 kilometres. The inaugural Indian GP will witness a line-up of world-class riders such as defending champion Bagnaia and Martin, a double winner at the San Marino GP.

MotoGP Grand Prix 2023: Full List of Top Racers

The Indian GP will exhibit the skill and prowess of 22 riders representing the best teams in the industry. Top talents like Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team), Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team), Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team), and Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) will set the Buddh International Circuit ablaze.

The exhilarating lineup comprises of 22 riders representing 11 teams, all set to take their positions on the BIC grid from September 22-24. Each team will have two riders, and they will be riding bikes provided by renowned manufacturers such as Honda, Yamaha, KTM, Ducati, and Aprilia.

Motorsports aficionados in India are in for a grand treat with the MotoGP Bharat taking place at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) in Greater Noida from September 22-24, LIVE on JioCinema, and aired on Sports18 Khel.

About 1,50,000 fans are expected to watch proceedings at the fast-flowing track that includes 13 challenging turns (eight right and five left). This year, Brad Binder of Red Bull KTM became the fastest Grand Prix rider ever, clocking 366.1 km/hr at the Italian GP, however, the record is expected to be breached at 370 km/hr, thanks to the long back straight at BIC, measuring 1.06 km.

MotoGP India Racers To Watch Out For

Ducati Lenovo Team's Francesco 'Pecco' Bagnaia stands at the top of the riders' standings after 12 races with 283 points. Bagnaia produced a stellar performance in the second half of 2022 and clinched the crown at the season finale. Sporting the #1 for the 2023 season, Bagnaia has been the rider to beat and will be seen in action at the Bharat GP.

Spain's Jorge Martin Almoguera of Prima Pramac Racing (Ducati) stands in second place with 247 points. Nicknamed the 'Martinator', Martin bounced back after a winless season last year to become a title contender again and will have his sights set on the trophy come Sunday.

Mooney VR46 Racing Team (Ducati)'s Marco Bezzecchi of Italy lies in third place with 218 points. Bezzecchi announced himself as a title contender this season with two wins in the first five races. Sunday's race will also see six-time world champion Marc Marquez of the Repsol Honda Team in action.

Get to Know the MotoGP Riders and Teams

Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP: Team: 1. Fabio Quartararo (France) | Team 2. Franco Morbidelli (Italy)

Ducati Lenovo: Team: 1. Francesco Bagnaia (Italy). | Team 2. Enea Bastianini (Italy)

Aprilia Racing: Team 1. Aleix Espargaro (Spain)2. Maverick Vinales (Spain)

Repsol Honda: Team: 1. Marc Marquez (Spain) | 2. Joan Mir (Spain)

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing: Team 1. Jack Miller (Australia) | 2. Brad Binder (South Africa)

Gresini Racing MotoGP (Ducati): Team 1. Álex Márquez (Spain) | 2. Fabio Di Giannantonio (Italy)

Prima Pramac Racing (Ducati): Team 1. Johann Zarco (France) | Team 2. Jorge Martín Almoguera (Spain)

Mooney VR46 Racing Team (Ducati): Team 1. Luca Marini (Italy) | Team 2. Marco Bezzecchi (Italy)

RNF MotoGP Team (Aprilia): Team 1. Miguel Oliveira (Portugal) | 2. Raul Fernandez (Spain)

Tech3 GASGAS Factory Racing (KTM): Team 1. Pol Espargaro (Spain) | 2. Augusto Fernández Guerra (Spain)

LCR Honda Castrol/Idemitsu: Team 1. Alex Rins (Spain) | 2. Takaaki Nakagami (Japan)

The IndianOil Grand Prix of India is set to bring about a wave of refreshing change in the country's sports scene. With much anticipation and excitement surrounding the event, it is a testament to global faith in India's potential to host and celebrate sporting events of such magnitude.

Further, it will surely cement India's place in the global motorsports map, thereby propelling the rise of motorsports in the country to greater heights. As the countdown to this prestigious event continues, the Indian soil is all set to vibrate to the sound of high-speed engines very soon! Let's gear up for an unforgettable spectacle!