The Argentina MotoGP will be held again in Buenos Aires starting in 2027, nearly 30 years after the last event at the city’s iconic circuit, city mayor Jorge Macri confirmed. This marks a major shift as the race has been hosted since 2014 at the Termas de Rio Hondo circuit, located in Santiago del Estero province in the northwest of the country.
The last premier class race in Buenos Aires took place in 1999 on the Oscar y Juan Gálvez circuit, situated in the southern part of the city. Plans are underway for extensive renovations and modernization of the circuit to meet current MotoGP standards ahead of the 2027 event.
Revitalizing a Historic Venue and Regional Motorsport Identity
Mayor Jorge Macri expressed strong enthusiasm about the event’s return, emphasizing Buenos Aires’ historical connection to the automobile and motorcycle industries in the region. He sees the MotoGP comeback as a way to restore the city’s prestigious position in international motorsports.
This event fills us with emotion, because Buenos Aires has long been the capital of the automobile and motorbike industry in the region, and today it is beginning to regain that position,
—Jorge Macri, Mayor of Buenos Aires
Besides the MotoGP announcement, Macri also voiced ambitions to revive Formula 1 racing in Buenos Aires, the hometown of legendary five-time world champion Juan Manuel Fangio. The MotoGP return is viewed as an initial step towards reclaiming the city’s status as a Formula 1 host once again.
This is the first step in our bid to become a Formula 1 host city again,
—Jorge Macri, Mayor of Buenos Aires
Recent MotoGP Highlights Reinforce Championship Drama
In the midst of news about Buenos Aires, the current MotoGP season continues to deliver thrilling performances. Marc Márquez, the dominant rider from Spain, claimed his eighth victory in 12 races at the Czech MotoGP, held recently. Márquez’s fifth consecutive win in the season has further extended his lead in the world championship.
Riding for the factory Ducati team, Márquez finished ahead of Marco Bezzecchi, who piloted an Aprilia, and Pedro Acosta on a KTM, who celebrated his first podium finish of the season by coming third.
The 32-year-old Spaniard maintained flawless form by winning both the sprint on Saturday and the main event on Sunday, boosting his points total to 381 and placing him far ahead of his competitors.
It has been a super first part of the season and especially these last races,
—Marc Márquez, MotoGP rider
I feel better and better and I’m riding super good,
—Marc Márquez, MotoGP rider
Francesco Bagnaia started from pole position but lost the lead by the second lap to Bezzecchi, followed shortly by Márquez overtaking to join the leading group. Acosta also advanced to secure third place after strong performances on both race days.
The top three riders created and then maintained a comfortable gap ahead of the rest of the field, while Bagnaia fought hard from fourth to press Acosta behind him in the closing laps.
Bezzecchi described his race experience as exhilarating, even as he acknowledged Márquez’s superior pace.
I had so much fun in the first half of the race but unfortunately when Marc passed me I immediately saw that he had something more.
—Marco Bezzecchi, MotoGP rider
I tried to attack but he was strong. Anyway, I made a fantastic performance, I’m very, very happy,
—Marco Bezzecchi, MotoGP rider
Looking Ahead: The Impact of Buenos Aires Hosting MotoGP and F1 Aspirations
The return of MotoGP to Buenos Aires in 2027 is significant not only for Argentina but also for the global motorsport community. Renovating the historic Oscar y Juan Gálvez circuit will revive a celebrated racing venue and reconnect the Argentine capital with premier motorcycle racing after nearly three decades. With Mayor Jorge Macri’s clear vision, this event paves the way for Formula 1’s potential comeback to the city, which would honor the legacy of Juan Manuel Fangio and restore Buenos Aires to the forefront of international motorsport.
The reintroduction of the Argentina MotoGP to Buenos Aires alongside ongoing high-level competition within the MotoGP world championship suggests a reinvigorated interest in motorsports across the region, offering fans exciting prospects for the coming years.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why is MotoGP not so popular?
A. Unfortunately, entertainment is more profitable than sports, so MotoGP is trying to benefit from this trend. However, MotoGP lacks personalities who can generate enough excitement to make it entertaining.
Q. Has anyone won F1 and MotoGP?
A. Known as the sole World Champion in both motorcycles and Formula 1, John Surtees excelled at racing both types of vehicles with great courage and talent.
Q. Did F1 buy MotoGP?
A. Liberty Media, which owns the commercial rights to Formula 1, is now able to purchase the MotoGP motorcycling world championship. This follows the European Union’s European Commission granting unconditional approval.
Q. Is MotoGP cheaper than F1?
A. The Ministry of Youth and Sports said hosting F1 (Formula One) costs four times more than hosting MotoGP (World Motorcycle Championship). Also, MotoGP is less expensive than Formula E.
