One of the world’s premier motocross occasions, MXGP Türkiye, is about to happen on Sept. 7-8, 2024, on the award-winning Afyonkarahisar Motor Sports Center.
Known for its distinctive observe and top-tier group, the venue is able to host motorsports fanatics from across the globe.
At the occasion’s launch in Afyonkarahisar, Governor Doç. Dr. Kübra Güran Yiğitbaşı expressed delight within the metropolis’s function: “Hosting MXGP Türkiye, alongside our renowned gastronomy, culture, history, and sports tourism, showcases our city on the world stage. We’ll be adding new awards to our collection, and this event significantly benefits our city and country.”
Mayor Burcu Köksal added, “Beyond being a sporting event, it boosts our global recognition and tourism potential. The unifying power of sports and arts will help develop our city. I’m grateful to everyone who contributed to this organization.”
Preparation and objectives
Mahmut Nedim Akülke, Vice President of the Turkish Motorcycle Federation (TMF), highlighted the occasion’s impression on selling Türkiye: “Since 2018, our goal has been to elevate Türkiye and Afyonkarahisar on the world stage. This year, we aim to welcome 500,000 visitors. The event started with 5,000 attendees in 2019 and has significantly increased, benefiting the regional economy. We look forward to a grand gathering.”
Stage for champions
MXGP Türkiye is famend for figuring out champions and is thought to be one of many most-watched phases worldwide.
With solely two rounds remaining, the Turkish occasion is seen as a vital stage within the championship, acknowledged for its excellent observe and paddock.
Additionally, the World Women’s Championship (WMX) will award its trophy after the Turkish race.
With an anticipated enhance in Turkish contributors this 12 months, MXGP Türkiye continues to draw important viewership, with an estimated 3.5 billion individuals watching globally.
Four races in a single weekend
On September 7-8, 4 main races will happen concurrently:
- MXGP (World Motocross Championship)
- MXWOMEN (World Women’s Motocross Championship)
- MX2 (World Junior Motocross Championship)
- MXOPEN (European Motocross Championship)
Over 150 riders from greater than 25 groups, together with Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas, TM, and Fantic, are anticipated to compete in Türkiye.
Türkiye MotoFest: 5 days of leisure
Türkiye’s largest built-in sports activities and youth occasion, Türkiye MotoFest, opens its doorways on September 4 and runs till September 8. The pageant will convey collectively motorbike fanatics and numerous actions. The live performance lineup contains:
- Sept. 4: Sena Şener – Ceylan Ertem
- Sept. 5: Şevval Sam
- Sept. 6: Nova Norda – Madrigal
- Sept. 7: Sefo
- Sept. 8: Sıla
Economic impression and promotion
MXGP Türkiye, now in its sixth 12 months, contributes over TL 5 billion ($145.25 million) to Türkiye’s economic system throughout the occasion week.
As a key occasion for Türkiye’s sports activities and tourism sectors, MXGP Türkiye and Türkiye MotoFest are anticipated to additional enhance financial advantages.
The world publicity from MXGP Türkiye and Türkiye MotoFest has contributed 300 million Euros to Türkiye’s promotional efforts.
Source: www.dailysabah.com