MotoGP, record-breaking growth: 2025 figures shine, but a shadow looms

Thursday, 18 December 2025 at 15:23

MotoGP, the curtain falls on another historic year of racing, marked by unprecedented growth, greater fan engagement, and milestones achieved both on and off the track. But there are some shadows, too.

The 2025 season began with the launch event in Bangkok and the rollout of a new brand identity, setting the tone for a year of innovation and progress.

With 22 races across 18 countries and five continents, MotoGP delivered its most packed calendar ever. Fans watched five world champions line up on the grid, 10 out of 11 teams make the podium, and one of the greatest sporting comebacks ever by the 2025 MotoGP World Champion, Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team).

This, combined with increased fan engagement initiatives and strategic efforts to grow the sport, fueled extraordinary momentum.

But there are some shadows

MotoGP is on a great trajectory, but question marks remain. Just weeks before the start of the '26 World Championship in Italy, one of the key markets, TV coverage has yet to be announced: will SKY still broadcast the races? Doubt reigns. And many insiders are increasingly wondering what sporting and marketing repercussions will follow when the new owner, Liberty Media, begins to impose its philosophy.

The numbers for 2025

The global fanbase rose to 632 million (+12% compared to 2024), while race weekends welcomed a record 3.6 million spectators. The season broke nine attendance records, including an all-time high of 311,797 at Le Mans in May, making the French GP the most attended race in MotoGP history.

TV audiences grew by an average of 9% globally for each Grand Prix, with a 26% increase for Sprint races as well, compared to 2024. Meanwhile, MotoGP’s digital presence continued to expand, with over 60 million social media followers. Engagement on these channels climbed to 61%, with fans spending over 1 billion minutes on MotoGP’s official YouTube channel.

For the fifth consecutive year, research confirms that over half of MotoGP’s fans and followers are under 35, demonstrating the sport’s growing appeal to new generations. This younger demographic is driving engagement across every platform, positioning MotoGP as one of the most dynamic and forward-looking sports in the world.

Carmelo Ezpeleta, MotoGP CEO: "2025 was a pivotal season, a clear reflection of the work we’ve done to open our sport to new audiences and build greater affinity with our fans. From record attendance to digital engagement and incredible on-track racing, this year shows the strength and vibrancy of our sport today, proving MotoGP’s ability to captivate fans and our partners worldwide."