[NEWS INDIA]: In a bid to host MotoGP, Chennai track to be redesigned - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

Noor · 08-04-2011, 11:31 AM

The Madras Motor Sports Club track in Irungattukottai is all set for a makeover.

With a string of international championships keen to run their events at the motorsport capital of the country, the MMSC has decided to revamp the track to meet the standards required for the high-profile events.

With New Delhi getting the country’s first Grade-1 track, it looks Chennai is not ready to lose its tag in a hurry.

Amit Arora, the general manager of the MMSC operations, said the track would be redesigned to be upgraded from a Grade-4 to a Grade-2 certificate.

“Our main goal is to organise the MotoGP, the pinnacle of two-wheeler racing, in Chennai. The promoters of MotoGP, Dorna, are already in talks with us. Once we get Grade-2, we can also host up to Formula 2 in four-wheelers,” said Arora.

Work has already begun with famous UK-based circuit designers Apex being roped in to sketch the master plan. Apex, which has been involved in numerous projects, is known for its work at Silverstone, the Singapore Street Circuit and the Dubai Autodrome.

Arora said Apex is known for developing commercially viable motorsport and entertainment projects.

“The plan is to create a multi-use venue for motorsport, alongside an entertainment area. It will have shopping malls, hotels and restaurants. The length of the main straight will be increased and corners will be worked to improve speed.”

“There will be new paddock buildings and garages. The construction will be completed in different phases and the project is expected to be over within three years. We have planned the renovation in such a way that it will not affect our regular operations,” Arora added.

Irungattukottai track, which was inaugurated in 1990, has been a home for national championships.

Source - In a bid to host MotoGP, Chennai track to be redesigned | Deccan Chronicle

milancherian · 08-04-2011, 11:40 AM

If it does indeed happen, it would be a dream come true!

retweak · 08-04-2011, 11:43 AM

wow ...!! thats amazing news . this decade is just dishing out the works on the motorsports scene in INDIA ... but wouldnt it be cheaper on a larger view to sync motoGP with the already available grade-1 track in the country.
For obvious reasons the noida track would need to be used for more than just 1 day in a year on the calendar right and not for delhi honchos nephew's extravagant birthday parties !

Nevertheless- some great job opportunities coming up !

Praful · 08-04-2011, 11:48 AM

Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!

This is brilliant news.Hope they meet the timeline they have set out for themselves.

dileep.anirudh · 08-04-2011, 11:51 AM

As expected finally they are onto it. Happy to hear.

milancherian · 08-04-2011, 11:52 AM

Soon we will get to see Vale,Jlo,Casey and Dani scorching the tarmac! Hope everything goes well! Cheers to MMSC !

shelton_jh · 08-04-2011, 12:14 PM

Wow this is an awesome news. Hope it happens soon

shrinathrao · 08-04-2011, 12:22 PM

Wondering 2012 CSS is gonna happen here or no

princesirohi · 08-04-2011, 12:23 PM

great news, but will take agonisingly 3-4 years to complete. but yes, atleast they are thinking in right direction.

we want a track here in pune/mumbai...

RanjithMN · 08-04-2011, 02:37 PM

Brilliant!Awesome!Terrific!

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Noor Administrator Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Posts: 2,336	In a bid to host MotoGP, Chennai track to be redesigned The Madras Motor Sports Club track in Irungattukottai is all set for a makeover. With a string of international championships keen to run their events at the motorsport capital of the country, the MMSC has decided to revamp the track to meet the standards required for the high-profile events. With New Delhi getting the country’s first Grade-1 track, it looks Chennai is not ready to lose its tag in a hurry. Amit Arora, the general manager of the MMSC operations, said the track would be redesigned to be upgraded from a Grade-4 to a Grade-2 certificate. “Our main goal is to organise the MotoGP, the pinnacle of two-wheeler racing, in Chennai. The promoters of MotoGP, Dorna, are already in talks with us. Once we get Grade-2, we can also host up to Formula 2 in four-wheelers,” said Arora. Work has already begun with famous UK-based circuit designers Apex being roped in to sketch the master plan. Apex, which has been involved in numerous projects, is known for its work at Silverstone, the Singapore Street Circuit and the Dubai Autodrome. Arora said Apex is known for developing commercially viable motorsport and entertainment projects. “The plan is to create a multi-use venue for motorsport, alongside an entertainment area. It will have shopping malls, hotels and restaurants. The length of the main straight will be increased and corners will be worked to improve speed.” “There will be new paddock buildings and garages. The construction will be completed in different phases and the project is expected to be over within three years. We have planned the renovation in such a way that it will not affect our regular operations,” Arora added. Irungattukottai track, which was inaugurated in 1990, has been a home for national championships. Source - In a bid to host MotoGP, Chennai track to be redesigned \| Deccan Chronicle __________________ Happiness is finding you have another Gear left.... Join xBhp On

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milancherian a.k.a BLITZKRIEG Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Chengannur,Kerala Posts: 1,032	If it does indeed happen, it would be a dream come true! __________________ I am THE BLITZ, rider of THE BLITZKRIEG ! Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/milancherian Time Freeze(My Photography) : http://www.facebook.com/MilanCherianPhotography

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Praful Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 4,136	Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! This is brilliant news.Hope they meet the timeline they have set out for themselves. __________________ LoneWolfRides®

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milancherian a.k.a BLITZKRIEG Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Chengannur,Kerala Posts: 1,032	Soon we will get to see Vale,Jlo,Casey and Dani scorching the tarmac! Hope everything goes well! Cheers to MMSC ! __________________ I am THE BLITZ, rider of THE BLITZKRIEG ! Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/milancherian Time Freeze(My Photography) : http://www.facebook.com/MilanCherianPhotography

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retweak Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Deonar-Mumbai Posts: 50	wow ...!! thats amazing news . this decade is just dishing out the works on the motorsports scene in INDIA ... but wouldnt it be cheaper on a larger view to sync motoGP with the already available grade-1 track in the country. For obvious reasons the noida track would need to be used for more than just 1 day in a year on the calendar right and not for delhi honchos nephew's extravagant birthday parties ! Nevertheless- some great job opportunities coming up !

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