Anwar says MotoGP 2026 success boosts Malaysia’s global motorsports standing and local economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — The success in staging the Petronas Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix (MotoGP) 2026 has not only strengthened the country’s reputation as a host of world-class motorsports events, but also serves as a catalyst for local economic activity, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

“The Petronas Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix (MotoGP) 2026 once again proves the country’s ability to organise world-class sporting events that not only attract motorsports fans but also bring benefits to the people and the local economy,” he said in a Facebook post today.

He said the determination and support of all parties were among the key factors that contributed to the successful staging of this year’s edition.

“Congratulations to all parties involved in making it a success. May this momentum continue to elevate Malaysia’s name on the world motorsports stage,” he added.

The three-day Malaysian MotoGP, held at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from Oct 30-Nov 1, attracted about 196,000 visitors. — Bernama

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吉隆坡，11月3日讯——马来西亚总理拿督斯里安华·易卜拉欣表示，成功举办2026年马来西亚国家石油公司摩托车大奖赛（MotoGP）不仅巩固了马来西亚作为世界级赛车运动举办地的声誉，而且还促进了当地的经济活动。

“2026 年马来西亚国家石油公司摩托车大奖赛 (MotoGP) 再次证明了马来西亚有能力举办世界级的体育赛事，这些赛事不仅吸引了赛车运动爱好者，也为人民和当地经济带来了好处，”他今天在 Facebook 上发帖说。

他表示，各方的决心和支持是今年活动成功举办的关键因素之一。

“祝贺所有参与此次活动并使其取得成功的各方。愿这股势头继续提升马来西亚在世界赛车运动舞台上的地位，”他补充道。

10月30日至11月1日在雪邦国际赛道（SIC）举行的为期三天的马来西亚MotoGP大奖赛吸引了约19.6万名观众。——马新社

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