The American Liberty Media announced that it acquired 86% of the shares from the British investment fund Bridgepoint. Dorna Sport, the international sports management, communication and marketing company that owns the global rights to the competition, will continue to be based in Madrid.
The American giant noted that MotoGP's existing debt balance is expected to be maintained after the closing of the transaction, expected to conclude later this year subject to approval by regulators in the various jurisdictions. The sale to the American group includes its participation along with that of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments)