India is hosting its first-ever MotoGP, which got underway on Friday, September 22, and will conclude today, Sunday, at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
The circuit, which held Formula 1 competitions from 2011 to 2013, has undergone modifications to meet the needs of two-wheel racing. To make the track safer for riders in the event that they run off of it, the gravel traps around the track have been extended. Moreover, to protect the safety of riders, air fences and foam barriers have also been put in place. The BIC’s Formula 1 circuit layout included 16 corners, while the MotoGP layout will only have 13.
The Indian organizers, Fairstreet Sports are optimistic about the possibility of long-term growth in the popularity of motorcycle racing series in the nation. By the third year, the organizers anticipate MotoGP Bharat to turn a profit. For a period of seven years, Dorna Sports has granted Fairstreet Sports a license to conduct the race in India.
The MotoGP Bharat Grand Prix is anticipated to draw spectators and, ideally, grow the Indian motorcycle racing industry. As some of the greatest names in MotoGP racing, including Fabio Quartararo, Aleix Espargaro, and Francesco Bagnaia, are participating in the MotoGP Bharat Grand Prix, a footfall of more than 1 lakh has been projected over the course of the three days. The thrilling action from MotoGP Bharat 2023 can be enjoyed exclusively on Sports18 and streamed live on JioCinema in India.
With such a prominent sport being carried out in India, it is no surprise that it has gathered a lot of attention and even multiple sponsors. Before the flag is off today at 3:30 PM for the main event, let’s take a look at the commercial partners of MotoGP Bharat 2023, which offered assistance in the competition’s smooth sailing in its inaugural edition in the country:
Title Sponsor:
Indian Oil: IOCL is an Indian multinational oil and gas company governed by the Government of India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Its corporate offices are in New Delhi.
Co-sponsor:
UP Invest Up: Invest UP is a State Government of Uttar Pradesh organization aimed at encouraging and facilitating investment in the state, as well as solving different difficulties of current and emerging enterprises.
Event Sponsors:
Red Bull: The Austrian firm, Red Bull GmbH invented and currently owns the Red Bull energy drink company. With a 43% market share, as of 2020, it is the most renowned energy drink company and third-most lucrative soft drink brand in the world.
Radio Mirchi: Radio Mirchi, often known as 98.3 Mirchi, is an Indian national network of commercial FM radio stations. It is helmed by Entertainment Network India Ltd, one of The Times Group’s companies.
OLA: With 250+ cities served throughout India, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, Ola is one of the largest ride-hailing firms in the world and the largest mobility platform in India.
24Seven: Regardless of the time of day or night, 24Seven is the one-stop shop for all consumer demands. In order to satisfy their daily needs for things like groceries, snacks, a range of beverages, personal care goods, and so on, customers may discover the greatest international brands on the shelves.
R.E. Rogers India: The brand was created in 1986 with the goal of managing show goods both domestically and internationally. For the last 35 years, RERI has offered logistics, freight-forwarding, and transportation services to venues, governments, trade groups, exhibitors, and event organizers throughout the world.
Bisleri Vedica: Bisleri Vedica, which surges from an underground spring and is packaged at a source in Uttaranchal, is endowed with a beautiful balance of naturally occurring calcium, magnesium, sulfate, and bicarbonates. It functions as a natural antacid due to its high pH of 7.9.