Thai Honda Backs 2027 MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix
Thai Honda has confirmed its backing for the 2027 MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix, which will serve as the season opener at Buriram's Chang International Circuit on March 5-7, 2027. The event marks the debut of new 850cc engine regulations, and Thai Honda plans extensive fan activities throughout the race weekend. The Sports Authority of Thailand officially launched ticket sales at a press conference attended by the Tourism and Sports Minister and MotoGP executives.
Thai Honda announced its support for the 2027 MotoGP World Championship round, the Thailand Grand Prix, and unveiled a full slate of motorsport activities for the race weekend at Chang International Circuit in Buriram.
The 2027 MotoGP season will officially open in Thailand, ushering in a new era with the switch to 850cc engine regulations. The event is scheduled for March 5-7, 2027, at Chang International Circuit in Buriram, under the name Grand Prix of Thailand 2027.
Most recently, on Monday, November 9, the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) together with its partners held a press conference to announce the race organization and the official launch of ticket sales for the Grand Prix of Thailand 2027. The Minister of Tourism and Sports and executives from MotoGP Sport Entertainment Group attended the press conference at the Chalermphrakiat Building, 25th floor, SAT (Huamark).
Thai Honda Co., Ltd., led by President Dr. Arak Praphapha along with the executive team, participated as a witness in the press conference in its capacity as the main sponsor of the Grand Prix of Thailand, which is a key motorsport policy that Honda has upheld continuously.
Dr. Arak Praphapha stated, "Thai Honda is very proud to be a key part in driving Thai motorsport forward continuously for many decades. We have succeeded in propelling the first Thai rider, 'Kong' Somkiat Chantra, into MotoGP, planting the Thai flag in the world's premier motorcycle racing championship, and he continues to prove himself as a factory rider for Honda HRC in the World Superbike Championship. And of course, we will continue to create opportunities for new stars to become successors in world-class racing."
"In 2027, MotoGP will enter a new era with the switch to 850cc engine regulations. I believe this will reset everything anew, and we hope to see Honda machines and riders return to vie for glory once again. Thai Honda will participate as part of the Thailand Grand Prix, just as we have every year. We will join in creating an impressive experience for motorsport fans from around the world when they visit the Thai circuit, and Honda is preparing extremely grand and special activities awaiting Thai fans and fans from around the globe."
