Buenos Aires is getting ready to reconnect with MotoGP in 2027, and the first shovels have already struck the ground at the Autódromo Oscar y Juan Gálvez. The work begins with the demolition of the pit building, a remnant of a time when the city still hosted Formula 1 Grands Prix. But this is just the beginning: the circuit’s ambitions do not stop there!
Massive Construction Ahead
The Autódromo Oscar y Juan Gálvez, which has been dormant since the last MotoGP Grand Prix in 1999, is finally waking up. The first phase of the work has been entrusted to a local company, focusing on the demolition of the old pits, built for the 1995 Formula 1 Grand Prix. The new building promises to meet expectations, featuring 32 brand new pits, each 7 meters wide, complemented by technical areas under a control tower. Meanwhile, a new paddock is also in the design phase.
The total covered area will reach at least 12,047 m², while 6,214 m² will remain open to the sky. Imagine a space where mechanics can hustle under the Argentine sun, with engines roaring in the background!
A Circuit with Increased Dimensions
The work is not limited to infrastructure; it also includes a complete redesign of the circuit itself. The track width will increase from 9.5 meters to 12 meters along its entire length, except for the main straight, which will retain its 15 meters. This promises exciting overtaking maneuvers and thrilling races, with straights of 800 to 1000 meters conducive to exceeding 300 km/h.
The track surface will consist of a specially designed asphalt mix, flanked by 3,120 meters of curbs, compliant with the strict requirements of the FIM and the FIA. A true gem for drivers and spectators!
MotoGP in 2027, and then Formula 1?
The work is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2027, with a capacity of over 150,000 spectators thanks to new grandstands and redesigned public access. But why stop there? The head of the Buenos Aires government, Jorge Macri, states: “We are modernizing the Autódromo not only to host MotoGP but also, in the future, Formula 1.” A statement that speaks volumes about the circuit’s ambitions.
Each international event means a financial windfall for the city, with over 150 million dollars injected into the local economy, creating jobs and revitalizing the southern part of the city. The prospect of once again hosting Formula 1 in what is considered the cathedral of motorsports in Argentina is irresistible.
An Emblem in Transformation
Fabián Turnes, Secretary of Sports of Buenos Aires, emphasizes the historical importance of the circuit: “The Gálvez circuit is an emblem of the city. Our goal is to make it one of the most modern and complete circuits, without losing the essence that makes it a mythical place.” A colossal challenge looms on the horizon, but the work will unfold over an intense year, with one goal: to be ready for MotoGP in 2027.
In the meantime, motorsport enthusiasts can rejoice: Buenos Aires is set to become a global sports capital once again. The hearts of fans will beat once more to the rhythm of roaring engines, and who knows, perhaps the Formula 1 cars will also tread this historically rich ground in due time.
