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On the weekend of 16th – 18th August, fans at the Red Bull Ring will not only be entertained by the premier class of two-wheel racing. The junior classes Moto2 and Moto3 as well as FIM MotoE and the Red Bull Rookies Cup are also on the programme. Five racing classes in one weekend? What more could you want?
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The Red Bull Ring is one of the most popular race tracks on the MotoGP calendar. The 4.348-kilometre Grand Prix circuit has already seen some incredible nail-biting finals. In 2018, the first and second-placed riders were separated by the blink of an eye – 0.130 seconds. After multiple lead changes, Jorge Lorenzo eventually snatched victory. Andrea Dovizioso rode the race of his life in 2019 when he relegated Marc Marquez to second place on the final corner. Will the turn into the home straight once again be the scene of drama in the battle for the podium in 2024?
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300 horsepower propelling a weight of 158 kilos in one hi-tech, aerodynamically efficient package. Controlling the brute force of these machines requires incredible body control. On the straights, the riders can travel at more than 300 km/h. The current speed record is 366.1 km/h, set by KTM rider Brad Binder at the Italian Grand Prix. A quick look at the Red Bull Ring annals: in 2002, Honda rider Tohru Ukawa set a speed record of 324.5 km/h.
MotoGP at Spielberg
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Since 2018, MotoGP riders have been obliged to wear racing suits with an integrated airbag system. These are designed to protect the riders’ shoulders and collarbones. Although collarbone fractures are still a problem, they occur much less often thanks to airbag technology. Depending on the frequency with which a rider comes off his bike, he will get through a different number of suits each season. However, a rate of 15 or more per campaign is not uncommon.
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Valentino Rossi has won no fewer than nine MotoGP world championship titles. ‘Il Dottore’, as he is affectionately known in the sport, has a very special relationship with the Red Bull Ring. It was here that the Italian announced his retirement in 2021. Last year, Rossi paid a sentimental visit to Spielberg and was generous with his time for selfies with his fans. Will he be back at the Motorrad Grand Prix von Österreich in 2024?
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For the price of 120 euros, you can enjoy the MotoGP weekend from the standing area. The most expensive ticket costs 260 euros and secures you a seat in the covered grandstand overlooking the home straight for the entire weekend. If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, then we strongly recommend you get a move on!
