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Steiner foresees joint F1 and motogp race weekend
Former Haas Team Principal Guenther Steiner suggests a combined F1 and MotoGP event could happen within five years.
Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes a joint race weekend featuring both Formula 1 and MotoGP could become a reality within the next five years, identifying venues such as Silverstone as potential hosts for a historic one-off event. This speculation surrounding potential collaboration between the two premier motorsport categories has grown significantly following Liberty Media's acquisition of MotoGP, which now places both series under the same corporate umbrella, according to Motorsport.com.
Potential for Collaboration
Steiner, who also owns the KTM Tech3 MotoGP and Moto3 team, discussed the possibility of a combined race weekend during an appearance on the Up To Speed podcast, elaborating on the feasibility and potential impact of such an event, according to Motorsport.com. He noted that while such a double-header presents logistical challenges, specific racetracks possess the infrastructure required to host both disciplines concurrently.
"I think we will get there. There are some racetracks where you can do it; there are not many. Silverstone could do it," Steiner explained when asked if the potential double-header could ever happen. He views such an event primarily as a special, one-off celebration, perhaps marking an anniversary or significant milestone within motorsport.
Logistical Considerations
Steiner acknowledged that while the concept is appealing, immediate implementation is unlikely due to the intricate logistical complexities and differing calendar commitments that currently separate the two championships. However, he remains optimistic about the long-term prospects, indicating a five-year timeframe as a reasonable period for such an ambitious undertaking to materialize.
"But will it happen in the next one to two years? Maybe not. But maybe in the next five years? I wouldn't discount it," Steiner stated, suggesting that the initial challenges could be overcome with careful planning. He sees significant value in bringing together the pinnacles of both four-wheeled and two-wheeled motorsport, providing a unique spectacle for fans worldwide.
Host Venues and Impact
Beyond Silverstone, Steiner also mentioned other circuits capable of hosting both F1 and MotoGP, which include Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya in Spain, the Red Bull Ring in Austria, the Circuit of The Americas in the United States, the Losail International Circuit in Qatar, and the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. Such a combined event would undoubtedly generate immense interest and could serve as a powerful marketing tool for both series.
While Guenther Steiner holds no executive position within Liberty Media to directly influence such decisions, his informed perspective, stemming from his extensive experience in both F1 and MotoGP paddocks, lends considerable weight to his assessment. The idea remains speculative, awaiting formal confirmation from Liberty Media or the respective sporting bodies, but the possibility of a shared weekend for F1 and MotoGP represents an exciting prospect for motorsport enthusiasts. At present, there is no direct Finnish connection to this reported development regarding a potential joint race weekend.
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