webfact Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 Beyond our wildest expectations By Lerpong Amsa-ngiam The Nation Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan, centre, with Minister of Tourism and Sports Weerasak Kowsurat, left, and Newin Chidchob, right, on their visit to the Buriram circuit. First Thailand MotoGP earns huge profit and widespread praise Buriram - Minister of Tourism and Sports Weerasak Kowsurat said the inaugural Thailand MotoGP was successful beyond expectations after it was attended by an estimated 220,000 fans and generated revenue of Bt3 billion. The attendance is the highest for any of the 15 MotoGP races so far this year. The three-day-event, which concluded with another victory for four-time world champion Marc Marquez, turned incredible profits for the Kingdom in the first year of its three-year deal. “The government pays only Bt100 million for licence fee but around Bt3 billion income has been generated in Buriram and nearby provinces only according to my research team,” said the minister during his visit to the Chang International Circuit. “This is an incredible profit. The government had expected around Bt2 billion revenues would be raised during the event.” The minister also revealed that the organisation of the event had been praised in several aspects by Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP licence holder Dorna Sports, even though the Kingdom was hosting it for the first time. “He was also impressed by several aspects, including staging concerts at the venue to keep the fans there and minimise congestion after the race. We have set an example for other countries,” added Weerasak. The minister also said racers had been impressed by the Thai hospitality and were keen to spend a few more days to visit other parts of the country. “It’s a good opportunity that they help promote our country to their fans around the world,” said the minister. Good responses and reactions from fans, according to the minister, may lead to interest in a bid to host a Formula One GP but this was played down by Newin Chidchob, the ex-politician who is the owner of the Chang International Circuit, who said the organisation cost of around Bt1.5 million was too high. The Baron of Buriram was pleased with the successful organisation of the home MotoGP and gave credit to people in the province for their contribution and hospitality. “When I needed volunteers, they did not hesitate to provide help. They brought their own E Tan (a small Isaan truck for agriculturists) for [use as a] shuttle bus service and worked all day,” said Nawin. Asked what needed to be improved for the 2019 race, Nawin said the seating capacity should be increased from 60,000 and accommodation capacity in the province needed to be doubled from 5,000 to 10,000. Thailand has signed a three-year-deal with Dorna to stage MotoGP from 2018-20 but with the success of its inaugural race, it is possible that contract could be extended. “I’m certain after three years, fans and the Thai people will have an answer whether or not we should continue,” Newin said. Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/sports/30356067 -- © Copyright The Nation 2018-10-09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 10 minutes ago, webfact said: We have set an example for other countries,” added Weerasak. Gawd , first time for anything then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oziex1 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Forget F1, about as exciting as watching paint dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lahgon29 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 It was a great 3 days. Well organised. Police and army helpful and polite. All beers at the event 40 Baht a can, and affordable food. Shortage of programmes was a pain. Couldn't get one on every day. A typical Thai problem was that in the stands, the stands (I was in the Ducati one), the nice empty stairs were colonised by wannabe hisos who sat on them, laid out their food and stared daggers at anyone who actually wanted to use the stairs for their intended purpose. Most of us just shouted excuse me, or ko tort and pushed our way through. They need security to stop this next year. Minor complaint though. Well done, Buriram! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballpoint Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Meanwhile, hospitals throughout the country are plagued by an influx of foreigners with internal injuries, as all the sad, miserable individuals who wished the event would fail are burning up inside at the news of its success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronaldo0 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 What was Prawits choice of timepiece for the event ?? Asking for a friend of a friend !! I'm sure Dutch , Italian and Spanish GP would have had higher numbers , although maybe not as there were quite a few there on Friday whereas in Europe people mostly go Saturday and Sunday . Accommodation I would say is the number one thing that needs to be improved and no cancelling by hotels once a customer has booked so they can charge more to someone else. New Mercs all round for the gang I would say after this !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 He's wearing short sleeves,so most likely wearing a Timex. regards worgeordie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Only problem is the lack of accommodation around Buriram. Where did the 220,000 stay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Newin and Prawatch, the odd couple! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Loh Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Win my praise for jeering at Prawit. Well done Motor CP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 7 hours ago, webfact said: may lead to interest in a bid to host a Formula One GP but this was played down by Newin Chidchob, the ex-politician who is the owner of the Chang International Circuit, who said the organisation cost of around Bt1.5 million was too high. I believe, 1,5 Billion Baht more likely ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 22 minutes ago, Henryford said: Only problem is the lack of accommodation around Buriram. Where did the 220,000 stay? First it is 220.000 in 3 days, with as said in TV 100.000 on the event day. Second - if you wanted to come over night you had to sleep in one of the small 24 hour open resorts who are everywhere in countryside around Buriram, surely also full or and had to stay in Surin 70 km? - full too I think and in Korat 100 km away. I believe nearly all available rooms in Buriram city around circuit had been mostly occupied from the Moto 2 - 3 and Moto GP Teams themselves ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimreindeer Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Very nice and fine event. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 40 minutes ago, ronaldo0 said: What was Prawits choice of timepiece for the event ?? Asking for a friend of a friend !! I'm sure Dutch , Italian and Spanish GP would have had higher numbers , although maybe not as there were quite a few there on Friday whereas in Europe people mostly go Saturday and Sunday . Accommodation I would say is the number one thing that needs to be improved and no cancelling by hotels once a customer has booked so they can charge more to someone else. New Mercs all round for the gang I would say after this !! No guessing - here you go, Austria Germany and then last race in Spain are the Winners 2016 and surely similar 2017 and 2018 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy chappie Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 I don't mention the cheers for newin and the jeering for mr toad.it was to hot for a few of us so we sat within walking distance at a air con restaurant and watched it on the box.ive been to many moto gp at donnington and WSB at brands hatch and the crowds were much much bigger.cooked up attendance numbers if you ask me.unlike Thailand where a lot of people have to travel long distance the majority uk fans can make it home in a few hours or less.bloody good race and I won a 1,000b so free drink n food for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galactus Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 great event. was there and i am so happy that this most of this money went to helpful and great Buriram residents and localities there. Isaan needs more development and very pleased for this very successful organization. so Isaan gets more money! Nicely done! Kudos for everyone involved on this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soupdragon Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 39 minutes ago, Henryford said: Only problem is the lack of accommodation around Buriram. Where did the 220,000 stay? I stayed in Nakhon Ratchasima a pleasant 2 hour train ride away which cost an amazing 24 baht. Free shuttle buses from the train station to the circuit and back was a welcome bonus. All in all a great weekend and I will go back next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAKAPALITA Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 6 minutes ago, Galactus said: great event. was there and i am so happy that this most of this money went to helpful and great Buriram residents and localities there. Isaan needs more development and very pleased for this very successful organization. so Isaan gets more money! Nicely done! Kudos for everyone involved on this! I like the sound of that Kudos, sounds like a Greek drink.., will go next year thanks for the posts all.Was put off by lack of Hotels, tried but full. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronaldo0 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 31 minutes ago, ALFREDO said: No guessing - here you go, Austria Germany and then last race in Spain are the Winners 2016 and surely similar 2017 and 2018 The numbers for Qatar are shocking !! Assume they have improved over the last few years ? Some of the worst football teams in the world get better attendance than Qatar ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Renaix Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Happily surprised after a great 3 days! Very well organized event. Will be extended past 2020 almost for sure. Hats off to the organisation, security and volunteers, also the police for streamlining the traffic. Thailand MotoGP was successful beyond expectations, true statement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ54 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Awesome! And well deserved praise....... I’m going to try and attend next year..... Great to hear positive feedback.... MG may still need to get the Rag - No Rag button installed Incase of nay sayers that wake up cranky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cranki Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 2 hours ago, happy chappie said: I don't mention the cheers for newin and the jeering for mr toad.it was to hot for a few of us so we sat within walking distance at a air con restaurant and watched it on the box.ive been to many moto gp at donnington and WSB at brands hatch and the crowds were much much bigger.cooked up attendance numbers if you ask me.unlike Thailand where a lot of people have to travel long distance the majority uk fans can make it home in a few hours or less.bloody good race and I won a 1,000b so free drink n food for me. 2 hours ago, happy chappie said: Nah, there was definitely a huge crowd there on Sunday mate, every grandstand chock a block, 100,000 people easy ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ALFREDO Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 21 hours ago, happy chappie said: I don't mention the cheers for newin and the jeering for mr toad.it was to hot for a few of us so we sat within walking distance at a air con restaurant and watched it on the box.ive been to many moto gp at donnington and WSB at brands hatch and the crowds were much much bigger.cooked up attendance numbers if you ask me.unlike Thailand where a lot of people have to travel long distance the majority uk fans can make it home in a few hours or less.bloody good race and I won a 1,000b so free drink n food for me. Lol ???? I can only say my experience visiting Motorbike events regularly since nearly 45 years = Austrian Salzburgring Motorbike World Championship to Malaysia Sepang The journey or roadtrip to get there to the event and the weather - hot humidity im Malaysia and Thailand and the Sound and Noise, ???? smell (much more with 2 strokes before) the crowd cheering is a big part enjoyable part of all the fascination. I have to safe money so I did not go - but was in February at the Tests in Buriram. Nothing beats LIVE IS LIVE for me! ???????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 21 hours ago, ronaldo0 said: The numbers for Qatar are shocking !! Assume they have improved over the last few years ? Some of the worst football teams in the world get better attendance than Qatar ???? I doubt the numbers improved ???? it is a special night race and the Qataries have the money to do all ???? they have FIFA World Cup soon ☺ Will be smallest attandance since ever? ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALFREDO Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 A small downturn is that in Malaysia the Government backed the Moto Gp event what I hear and at least when I was there last 2015, still, the Friday Training was a free admittance for everybody without any cost. ☺ And a Moto Gp Ticket in Malaysia was always astounding cheap and now a Grand Stand costs now about 2.000 Baht the Thai Buriram Ticket 3.000 or 4.000 Baht. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhorse Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Well done thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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