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MotoGP Reducing Risk: Assen and Sachsenring Finally!
The most exciting motorsport, MotoGP (MotoGP), is at a significant turning point following a decision to ban the “Holeshot” device – a risky system used at starts due to safety concerns. This decision will be implemented in races such as the one in Brno and subsequently in Assen in the Netherlands and the iconic Sachsenring circuit in Germany. The measures taken by the safety commission aim to reduce accident risks during starts.
A New Start in Assen
The MotoGP team is traveling directly to Assen, Netherlands, after the Brno Grand Prix. Here, significant changes to safety precautions will be implemented ahead of the upcoming Dutch TT race (more commonly known as TT TotalEnergies). The decisions made by the safety commission are being implemented earlier than expected, aiming to provide a safer environment for riders.
Technical Adjustments and Tests
In Assen, the use of the “Holeshot” device will be tested to improve start performance. This device refers to front mudguards that are fully suspended at the beginning of the race and then mechanically fixed. In the past, this system was found to cause accidents due to its inability to flex sufficiently in the first corner (Kurven 1). Riders conducted start trials with non-suspension front mudguards during an additional start session carried out in Brno, aiming to achieve better acceleration. These tests will also allow for the continued use of a lowered rear section to achieve this.
Careful Approach at Silverstone and Sachsenring
The start passing through corners 1 and 2 at Silverstone Circuit is considered a particularly sensitive area due to the disabling of the “Holeshot” device. A similar issue at the Balaton Park Circuit arose due to a delay in the system being disabled by Jorge Martin.
New Regulations in Qualifying
In MotoGP, qualifying will generally consist of three pilots, but the distance between these pilots will be increased by one meter. This change will be implemented for the first time at the Sachsenring Grand Prix in Germany, requiring the re-marking of all start long straights. This will provide MotoGP vehicles with more space to gain speed during acceleration.
Conclusion
With these regulations, MotoGP is taking important steps to optimize both safety and race performance. The races in Assen and Sachsenring will be the first major platforms for testing these new rules.
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