Alicante City Council celebrated the formal unveiling of the Valencia Community Motorcycle Grand Prix within the Blue Room, signaling a renewed commitment to one of the region’s most anticipated motorsport events. The race, part of the Motul Grand Prix circuit, is scheduled for November 6 at the Ricardo Tormo circuit. The session featured a diverse group of leaders and riders working together to chart a course for the weekend’s activities, with participation from the head of the Sports Council, José Luis Berenguer, who was joined by Carmelo Fernandez, president of the Valencia Motorcycle Federation, circuit manager Gonzalo Gobert, and a number of notable riders including Daniel Holgado and Ivan Ortola. The discussion focused on the structure of the event, the competition schedule, and the implications for regional visibility and sporting development across the Valencian Community. The participants also outlined what fans can expect in terms of fan zones, practice sessions, and the high-stakes races that are poised to showcase emerging talent to a broad audience. The dialogue highlighted how the event integrates local communities with national and international motorsport ecosystems, reinforcing Alicante as a hub for racing culture and youth participation in motorcycle sports [citation: Valencia Motorcycle Federation].
City Councilor José Luis Berenguer stated that presenting the Valencia Community Motorcycle Grand Prix at the Alicante City Council underscores the excitement surrounding this kind of competition and serves as a catalyst for broader involvement across the province. He emphasized that such events deepen ties with athletes from the Valencian Community and inspire both current participants and aspiring riders to pursue excellence with greater confidence and public support. The message resonated with supporters of regional sport who recognize the event as a platform for showcasing local talent to spectators from near and far, while also highlighting the essential role of community backing in sustaining high-profile motorsport initiatives [citation: Alicante City Council Proceedings].
On another front, officials provided an overview of the event’s participation dynamics based on the latest data from the track management in Alicante. They indicated that approximately ten percent of the entrants for the race on Sunday and the associated training days on Saturday would be sourced from Alicante and its surrounding province, reflecting a strong regional presence and the opportunity for local riders to compete against national and international rivals. The narrative also spotlighted Daniel Holgado, the young rider from Red Bull KTM Ajo, who has emerged as a standout figure in Moto3 racing. Holgado, who trained at the track in nearby Cheste, has earned recognition as a rookie of the year nominee, with a trajectory that observers say could position him for sustained success at the highest levels. His recent performances have been encouraging, suggesting that his ascent within MotoGP could become a defining storyline of the season. The sense of momentum around Holgado is reinforced by the support network around him and the ongoing collaboration with the team to optimize bike setup, rider fitness, and race strategy as the season progresses [citation: Track Director Report].