After a five-year hiatus, MotoGP is returning to Brno, revitalizing a long-standing motorsport tradition. The event, financed by private investors with additional state support, promises not only significant economic benefits for the region but also a prominent highlight on the racing calendar.
After a five-year hiatus, the Motorcycle Road World Championship will return to Brno next year. This decision follows successful negotiations between the promoter, Dorna Sports, and various Czech stakeholders, including the Automobile Club of the Czech Republic, the government, the South Moravian Region, the city of Brno, and the circuit owner, Automotodrom Brno. Most of the event’s funding will come from private companies, with the state contributing financially through the National Sports Agency.
Jan Šťovíček, president of the Automobile Club, confirmed in a press release that the Brno Grand Prix will once again be part of the MotoGP World Championship in 2025. He emphasized the cultural significance and long-standing tradition of the event, highlighting its importance not just economically but also as a key part of the region’s identity.
Unlike previous years, when the city of Brno and the South Moravian Region jointly handled the organization, the Automobile Club will now assume the main responsibility. Despite past public criticism regarding the use of public funds, Prime Minister Petr Fiala stressed the positive impact of the event on both the region and the country. He noted that the Brno Grand Prix is not only one of the most visited and watched events in the Czech Republic but also brings significant economic benefits to the local economy.
Šťovíček pointed out that studies have proven the economic advantages, which serve as a strong argument in favor of public funding. Although the exact date for the race in Brno has not yet been finalized, the goal is to hold the event in August, as in previous years.
However, significant investment in the circuit will be necessary to make the race possible. Years ago, there was talk of a comprehensive renovation costing around 100 million crowns. Karel Hubáček, the current owner of Automotodrom Brno, explained that these investments will be entirely financed by private funds.
