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  • FanCode races ahead with exclusive multi-year MotoGP streaming deal

    FanCode races ahead with exclusive multi-year MotoGP streaming deal

    MUMBAI: Sports fans, start your engines! FanCode has just turbocharged its motorsport lineup by securing exclusive digital rights for MotoGP in India. This high-octane three-year deal places FanCode firmly in pole position as the go-to platform for motorsport enthusiasts, following its roaring success with Formula 1 streaming.

    Brace yourself for non-stop, edge-of-your-seat action—FanCode will stream every MotoGP Tissot Sprint and Grand Prix race live, bringing fans closer than ever to the adrenaline-fueled world of two-wheel racing. With cutting-edge technology, lightning-fast machines, and riders who redefine the limits of speed, MotoGP has captured the imagination of millions. This partnership ensures that Indian fans won’t miss a single overtaking maneuver, photo finish, or last-lap showdown.

    The love for motorsport in India has hit the accelerator in recent years. Following the historic Indian Grand Prix debut in 2023, the demand for MotoGP has skyrocketed. The event alone pulled in over 100,000 spectators, proving India is more than ready for high-speed thrills. Industry reports show that the country’s motorsport audience has surged by 30 per cent in the past five years, with MotoGP leading the charge among young, tech-savvy sports fans.

    With MotoGP legends like six-time champion Marc Marquez, reigning king Jorge Martin, two-time champion Francesco Bagnaia, and 2021 title-holder Fabio Quartararo battling it out on the track, every race delivers unparalleled drama and excitement. And now, thanks to FanCode, Indian fans can witness every hair-raising moment from the best seat in the house—their screens.

    FanCode co-founder Yannick Colaco revved up the excitement, saying, “MotoGP is one of the most electrifying sporting events globally, and the appetite for motorsports in India is stronger than ever. With this landmark deal, we’re committed to delivering an unmatched experience for every speed-loving fan in the country.”

    Dorna Sports head of media rights Alex Arroyo fueled the adrenaline saying, “India is a critical market for MotoGP, both in terms of its rapidly expanding fanbase and its relevance to global manufacturers competing in the sport. Our partnership with FanCode ensures that Indian fans get premium access to all the MotoGP action, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring this thrilling sport to millions of passionate viewers.”

    FanCode’s MotoGP package isn’t just about watching races—it’s about immersing fans in the sport. Subscribers will get:

    . Live streaming of all Sprints and Grand Prix races

    . Exclusive behind-the-scenes content and race highlights

    . Interactive stats and multi-angle viewing options for a next-level experience

    The move cements FanCode’s reputation as the home of motorsports in India, following its successful acquisition of Formula 1 streaming rights. Whether it’s four wheels or two, FanCode ensures that Indian fans never have to look anywhere else for world-class racing action.

    So, buckle up and get ready-MotoGP is coming in hot, and FanCode is in the driver’s seat.

  • Eurosport India and MotoGP extend partnership through 2026

    Eurosport India and MotoGP extend partnership through 2026

    Mumbai: Eurosport, a trailblazer in the Indian sports broadcasting landscape is delighted to announce a new three-year agreement with MotoGP until 2026 inclusive. In addition, Dorna also confirmed a new contract between MotoGP and the government of Uttar Pradesh reaffirming the Indian Grand Prix for the calendar from 2025.

    Eurosport India and MotoGP aim to leverage this momentum to elevate motorcycle racing in the country, and fans can look forward to more thrilling races, insightful commentary, and exclusive content in the upcoming seasons. With increasing viewership of MotoGP™ in India, the future of the sport across the subcontinent looks bright.

    The agreement also affirms Eurosport India as the exclusive home of MotoGP in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and the Maldives. This strategic move reflects Eurosport India’s commitment to fostering a vibrant motorsports community and delivering top-tier content.

    In a recent briefing, Warner Bros. Discovery managing director of South Asia Arjun Nohwar and  Dorna Sports chief sporting officer Carlos Ezpeleta the exclusive commercial rights holder of MotoGP, discussed the strategic importance of this partnership in boosting the motorsports culture in India.

    This renewal underscores Eurosport India’s role as a pioneering force in sports broadcasting and ensures that Eurosport India will be at the forefront of transforming race weekends into electrifying spectacles, setting new benchmarks for sports entertainment across India and the subcontinent.

    Warner Bros. Discovery managing director, South Asia  Arjun Nohwar shared his excitement about the renewed partnership: “Our collaboration with Dorna has brought thrilling MotoGP™ action closer to Indian audiences and captivated a new generation of motorsports fans. This success story highlights the effectiveness of our joint approach in delivering high-quality sports entertainment to a growing and passionate audience. MotoGP has a dedicated fan base in India, and we are committed to offering the best coverage and content.”

    MotoGP chief sporting officer Carlos Ezpeleta of rights holder Dorna Sports, stated, “India is a key market and fanbase for MotoGP. There are millions of motorcycles on the roads, making it vital for the MotoGP manufacturers and many of our partners, and we have a strong established audience that also offers huge opportunities for exponential growth.  We are excited to continue our partnership with Eurosport India and work together to maximise our potential in the world’s most populous country. Their dedication to delivering top-quality content and understanding of the Indian audience makes them the ideal partner, and we are confident this extended partnership will further enhance the MotoGP™ experience for fans across India.”

    Eurosport India has enlisted star cricketer Shikhar Dhawan to broaden its audience beyond the motorcycling community. Utilizing cutting-edge broadcast technology and in-depth programming, Eurosport India aims to provide an exceptional viewing experience for MotoGP™ fans across the subcontinent.

    Eurosport India’s comprehensive coverage of MotoGP™, including Moto2™ and Moto3™, will expand the sport’s reach and fanbase nationwide. 

  • MotoGP riders experience India’s vibrant culture & cricket ahead of IndianOil Grand Prix of India

    MotoGP riders experience India’s vibrant culture & cricket ahead of IndianOil Grand Prix of India

    Mumbai: Star MotoGP riders tested their ability to play cricket on Thursday as they celebrated the spirit of motorsport in the heart of India ahead of the first-ever IndianOil Grand Prix of India, scheduled to be held from 22 – 24 September at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida.

    The enthusiastic and passionate group of riders, including the reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia, Fabio Quartararo, Luca Marini and Pol Espargaro seized the exhilarating opportunity to indulge in a thrilling game of gully cricket at the Buddh International Circuit track. Their fervour and energy reached new heights as they played some fantastic shots and sent the cricket ball far into the stands.

    Star Indian cricketer Suresh Raina also joined the riders at the track and played cricket with the fasted man on MotoGP bike Brad Binder of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing.

    The riders were also involved in the Flash Mob MotoGP before experiencing the thrill of cricket on track. Marco Bezzecchi, Jack Miller, Aleix Espargaro, Jorge Martin and Alex Marquez were joined by 30 local and talented dancers who performed their hearts out to showcase the ethos and culture of India and radiated the buzz of MotoGP.

    “It is great to be here in India and I am ready to race at the Buddh International Circuit in IndianOil Grand Prix of India. The track looks really nice and I will take a close look later on but right now it looks really beautiful. We took part in a flash mob and saw these performers doing the typical Indian dance which has been a fantastic experience. All the dancers were really emotional, so, it’s been really good,” commented Marco Bezzecchi of Mooney VR46 Racing Team (Ducati).

    Alex Marquez of Gresini Racing MotoGP (Ducati) stated, “Coming to India is really great for MotoGP™ and fans are also really excited for the race. I am feeling happy to be here for the first time. I loved the track, the layout is really nice and we will do our best to give fans a great showing.”

    Organized by FairStreet Sports in collaboration with Dorna Sports, the IndianOil Grand Prix of India promises to be a thrilling spectacle with 41 teams and 82 riders participating in the MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 categories, featuring renowned names like Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, Marco Bezzecchi, Brad Binder, Jack Miller, and Jorge Martin.

    The high-pulsating action of the IndianOil Grand Prix of India will be exclusively broadcast on Sports18 and live-streamed on JioCinema in India. Fans can secure their tickets for the exciting event on BookMyShow.

  • IndianOil joins MotoGP Bharat as title sponsor

    IndianOil joins MotoGP Bharat as title sponsor

    Mumbai: MotoGP Bharat has roped in IndianOil, the country’s leading diversified, integrated energy major as the title sponsor for India’s first-ever MotoGP Grand Prix scheduled to take place at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida from 22 to 24 September.

    Organised by FairStreet Sports in collaboration with Dorna Sports, the MotoGP Bharat promises to be a thrilling spectacle with 42 teams and 84 riders participating in the MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3 categories, featuring renowned names like Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez, Marco Bezzecchi, Brad Binder, Jack Miller, and Jorge Martin. With IndianOil as its title sponsor, the race is poised to reach even greater heights, igniting the passion and growth for motorsports across the nation.

    Commenting on this monumental partnership, FairStreet Sport, the promoters of MotoGP Bharat founder and chief operating officer Pushkar Nath Srivastava stated, “We are thrilled to welcome IndianOil as our title sponsor for MotoGP™ Bharat. As we gear up for the country’s biggest racing event, this association with one of India’s energy giants adds a new layer of excitement to it. This association is a testament to IndianOil’s commitment to supporting sporting excellence in India and we believe that it will accelerate the growth of motorcycle racing in the country.”

    Having established its presence in almost all the streams of oil, gas, petrochemicals, and alternative energy sources in the country, IndianOil stands as the nation’s highest-ranked Energy-PSU in the Fortune 500 of 2023. The brand has a rich legacy of championing various sports and tournaments and its association with MotoGP Bharat exemplifies its commitment to creating a thriving sporting culture in India.

    As per the ‘Motorsports Marketing Partnerships Report 2022–23’ by SponsorUnited, MotoGP partnerships experienced a remarkable growth of 32 per cent in 2022. IndianOil coming on board as the title sponsor for MotoGP Bharat is further proof of the emerging opportunities abound for brands keen to stake a claim in this high-octane industry.

    The high-pulsating action of MotoGP Bharat will be exclusively broadcast on Sports18 and live-streamed on JioCinema in India. Fans can secure their tickets for the exciting event on BookMyShow.

  • India gears up for MotoGP ten days to rewrite speed records

    India gears up for MotoGP ten days to rewrite speed records

    Mumbai: With just ten days to go, motorsport fans across the globe are eagerly awaiting to witness history in the making at MotoGP Bharat. Hosted at the renowned Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida on 22-24 September, the race aims to shatter the highest speed record in the history of motorsport.

    The Buddh International Circuit has been homologated making it suitable for motorcycle racing for the first time ever.

    This year, Brad Binder of Red Bull KTM set the high-speed record at 366.1 Km/hr. India hopes to reach somewhere around 370 Km/hr, thanks to the long back straight, measuring 1006 metres. This straight stretch is divided into two parts – the first segment is downhill, which will allow the riders to achieve maximum acceleration, while the latter part, which is uphill, will enable them to brake late and maintain top speed.

    Fairstreet Sports director racing Amit Sandill said, “MotoGP Bharat is poised to redefine speed in the world of motorcycle racing. The Buddh International Circuit has undergone remarkable modifications, and it will be breathtaking to see the riders achieve mind-boggling speeds.”

    The parabola or the stadium section on turns 9 and 10, is the perfect camber for riders to slingshot out of the turns and permits them to push their bikes to the limit. The track’s surface gives exceptional grip to the tires, offering riders complete control over their machines. Meanwhile, safety measures have been bolstered with the installation of 1800 metres of new safety barricading.

    Dorna Sports chief sporting officer Carlos Ezpeleta added, “The changes made to the Buddh International Circuit are truly remarkable. This track now stands witness to India’s commitment to hosting world-class motorsport events. We believe the circuit has the potential to register speed that could rewrite the MotoGP record books.”

    With a track that is flowing, and fast, and includes 13 challenging turns (eight right and five left), MotoGP Bharat promises to be a landmark event in the world of motorsport.

    Some of the biggest names from the racing world including Francesco Bagnaia of Ducati, Marc Marquez of Repsol Honda Team, Marco Bezzecchi of Mooney, Brad Binder and Jack Miller of Red Bull KTM, Jorge Martin of Prima among others, will participate in MotoGP Bharat to be held on 22-24 September 2023.

  • MotoGP renews partnership with Tata Communications

    MotoGP renews partnership with Tata Communications

    Mumbai: Tata Communications and Dorna Sports have renewed their multi-year strategic collaboration to bring MotoGP to its fans worldwide. Dorna Sports is the exclusive commercial and television rights holder of the FIM MotoGP World Championship.

    Tata Communications media edge services will allow MotoGP to continue to ensure excellent video quality, coupled with tremendous speed, delivering the race live from the track to the viewers’ screens in just a few tenths of a second.

    Tata Communications and Dorna teams will also boost migration from an onsite traditional media production to a remote production that will culminate in a future cloud-based model, increasing the number of video signals from 60 to 110 – some in ultra-low latency – providing more content to the viewers, and enabling the innovation of remotely produced immersive sound.

    These remote production capabilities, combined with the global video content delivery network, will also enable increased remote broadcasting of live track action, supporting the increased sustainability and long-term environmental objectives of MotoGP and Dorna Sports as both continue to work together on world-leading and world-changing technological solutions.

    Tata Communications and Dorna have also been working together to leverage private LTE deployment at race tracks to manage wireless camera feeds in low latency and the highest quality possible, bringing even more incredible content to viewers around the world.

    “Tata Communications has been pivotal in enabling us to bring immersive live race action to our millions of fans around the world,” said Dorna Sports chief commercial officer Manel Arroyo. “Together, we’ve pushed the boundaries of innovation in sports broadcasting, increasingly bringing our global fans closer to their favourite sport.”

    He further added, “With this renewed collaboration, we trust Tata Communications to help us take the fan experience even further, using cutting edge technology to deliver an incredible experience for fans at home, which is as enthralling as watching the races on tracks.”

    “MotoGP represents the best in global motorsports today,” said Tata Communications global head of media and entertainment services Dhaval Ponda. “Fuelled by our deep broadcast experience, video engineering pedigree and passion for technological advancements, we’re proud to extend this relationship to further accelerate the fan experience. Together, we’ll continue to co-create and elevate the viewing experiences for the legions of passionate motorcycle racing fans globally.”

     

  • Ten Sports acquires exclusive rights to MotoGP for five seasons

    Ten Sports acquires exclusive rights to MotoGP for five seasons

    MUMBAI: Ten Sports Network has secured exclusive rights for MotoGP the premier world championship for motorcycle road racing. As was first reported by Indiantelevision.com, this is for the first time that MotoGP will be broadcast exclusively by a broadcaster in the Indian sub-continent.

     

    This new deal between Taj TV and MotoGP rights holders Dorna Sports will run for a period of five seasons starting 2015. As a part of this deal, Ten Sports will broadcast all MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 races and qualifying practices live on its network of six channels. Ten Sports will also be offering multi-screen feeds on its digital platforms and will develop a dedicated section on www.tensports.com.

     

    Ten Sports CEO Rajesh Sethi said, “We are very excited to embark on this new journey with Dorna. We are committed to building this property in India over the next five years and viewers will witness unprecedented programming initiatives on our network. We have also been rights holders for this premium property since 2006 and we are delighted to continue and take this partnership to the next level.”

     

    Dorna Sports managing director Manel Arroyo added, “We are thrilled about our exclusive partnership with Taj TV and looking forward to developing a close relationship with them. India is a key market in the coming years and the World Championship will benefit greatly from the extensive promotion that Taj has committed to provide.”

     

    The 2015 MotoGP season begins in Qatar on 27 March with the first of 18 races in the 2015 calendar. The 2015 rider line up is stronger and more competitive than ever with defending champion Marc Marquez looking to retain his title over rivals Valentino Rossi, Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa amongst others.

     

    Ten Sports will run contests to send fans to witness live action from the best races. Promotional events are being planned in the territory as well. From a programming standpoint, there will be new shows around races with Ten Sports also looking to add a local flavour by creating Indian-focused programming for a few events.

  • AirAsia renews MotoGP sponsorship with Dorna

    MUMBAI: Dorna Sports, the commercial rights holder of MotoGP, has renewed partnership with AirAsia for the next two years.

    The renewed agreement places the airline in the position of title sponsor for the Japanese GP in 2012 and 2013, and the Australian GP in 2012 with an option for the title sponsorship of the same GP in the 2013 campaign.

    AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes said, “Our close relationship with MotoGP is further strengthened through the signing of this agreement. Our airline believes in MotoGP because it allows us to expand our brand awareness and also helps us reach a young audience who are going to use our broad range of services.”

  • BBC secures exclusive MotoGP coverage till 2013

    BBC secures exclusive MotoGP coverage till 2013

    MUMBAI: BBC has announced that BBC Sport and Dorna Sports, commercial and TV rights holders of the MotoGP World Championship, have signed an extension to the existing agreement for coverage of MotoGP from 2009 to 2013. BBC Sport will now have exclusive UK rights to broadcast the world’s premier motorcycle championship for the next five years.

    The deal includes the rights to show all the races – 125cc, 250cc and MotoGP, plus qualifying sessions. All MotoGP races will be shown live on BBC Television with the 125 and 250 races and qualifying sessions shown live on interactive TV via the red button and online.

    As well as the expanded coverage on interactive TV (which 86% of individuals in the UK have), the MotoGP races will also be available as a catch-up service on BBC iPlayer.

    The new agreement represents increased commitment and coverage of MotoGP for BBC, and makes the broadcaster the UK leader in motor sport with the world’s premier bike and car events in MotoGP and Formula One.

    BBC Sport’s director of sport rights Dominic Coles said, “We are delighted to have secured, for the first time, fully exclusive rights to the world’s premier and most watched motorbike competition. Alongside our recent acquisition of Formula One, BBC Sport has become the home of motorsport in the UK; a one-stop shop for fans of the very best two-wheel and four-wheel, adrenalin-fuelled sport action across TV, radio and online services.

    “With James Toseland making a very promising start to his MotoGP career, Bradley Smith shining in the 125s, and Scott Redding making history in that series recently at Donington Park, the future for British riders in MotoGP looks good, and the BBC will be there all the way to tell their stories.”

    Dorna MD Manel Arroyo said, “Dorna is delighted to extend its collaboration with the BBC, and thanks to their prestige and their dedication to MotoGP, we are sure that the championship will continue to grow in the UK. We are also happy that fans will not miss out and can continue to enjoy all races and qualifying sessions in the future.”