Pedro Acosta Questions Adelaide Street Race Plan

MotoGP, Sportrik Media - Pedro Acosta has described the planned MotoGP street race in Adelaide from 2027 as “pretty good” in concept, yet also “strange”, following confirmation that the Australian Grand Prix will leave Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit.

The FIM MotoGP World Championship confirmed that from 2027 the Australian round will relocate to a new street circuit in Adelaide, marking the series’ first street-track event in Australia. The decision followed the Victorian government’s rejection of a proposal from Dorna Sports (MotoGP SEG) to move the race to Albert Park, despite previously pledging funding to upgrade Phillip Island’s infrastructure.

Fan reaction has been largely critical, with Phillip Island widely regarded as one of the championship’s classic venues despite fluctuating attendance figures in recent years. Acosta, however, expressed curiosity about the new format, referencing his appreciation for road racing events.

Read AlsoWhy MotoGP Is Leaving Phillip Island for Adelaide

“A race on a street circuit sounds pretty good, knowing that I love the Isle of Man,” Acosta told media ahead of the Buriram pre-season test.

“But there are a lot of people who used to hate that championship, so it’s quite strange.”

MotoGP historically had links to the Isle of Man TT, and the inaugural 1949 world championship season began there. Over time, however, the championship distanced itself from road racing due to safety considerations and modern sporting direction.

While riders have shown interest in the Adelaide project, there remains a sense of regret about leaving Phillip Island behind.

“Ultimately, I think it’s the only legendary track still on the calendar, a circuit from the old days,” Acosta added.

“It’s quite sad to lose it and see that many tracks could be dropped from the calendar.”

Tech3 rider Maverick Viñales adopted a pragmatic tone regarding the relocation.

“Obviously, Phillip Island is a beautiful circuit, but if the championship changes, surely there is a reason. If we have to go to another circuit, we will go, and we have to face it in a positive way.”

MotoGP Adelaide 2027 Project Overview

The move represents a strategic shift in MotoGP’s Australian footprint, combining urban expansion ambitions with the loss of one of the championship’s most iconic circuits. The 2027 season will ultimately determine how the street-race concept integrates into the modern MotoGP landscape.

Photo Gallery

× ❮ ❯

#Pedro Acosta #MotoGP 2027 #Adelaide Street Circuit #Phillip Island #KTM MotoGP #MOTOGP

Read Also

Why MotoGP Is Leaving Phillip Island for Adelaide

MotoGP will leave Phillip Island for an Adelaide street circuit in 2027, driven by government negotiations and Liberty Media’s urban strategy.

MotoGP Moves Australian GP to Adelaide 2027

MotoGP moves the Australian Grand Prix from Phillip Island to Adelaide in 2027, triggering economic impact concerns and urban disruption debate.

Maverick Vinales Focused on 2026, Delays Contract Talks

Maverick Vinales focuses on MotoGP 2026 with KTM, delays contract decision and highlights set-up as key to closing the gap.