Liberty Media to Take Majority Stake in MotoGP

Liberty Media has received unconditional approval from the European Commission to acquire Dorna Sports, the exclusive rights holder of MotoGP, in a deal valued at over €4.2 billion. The EU's investigation concluded the merger would not harm competition in sports broadcasting rights, as Formula 1 and MotoGP are not close competitors. With regulatory clearance, the acquisition is expected to close by July 3, 2025. Liberty Media will acquire majority ownership, while Dorna management will retain a minority stake in MotoGP. Current CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta and his team will remain in charge, and Liberty executives will join MotoGP's board. The move aims to accelerate MotoGP’s global growth and engagement, creating greater value for fans, partners, and stakeholders.