Thailand invites fans worldwide to count down to a landmark MotoGP event

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports and the Sports Authority of Thailand announced preparations for PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2025, an event with a global audience exceeding 800 million. Thailand's programme began with Dorna Sports' season launch at One Bangkok on 9 February, followed by pre-season testing on 12–13 February and the Grand Prix on 28 February–2 March 2025 at Chang International Circuit. It was Thailand's sixth year hosting MotoGP.

On 5 February 2025, the Sports Authority of Thailand's Deputy Governor for Professional Sports and Boxing chaired an event at Rajpruek Club in Bangkok. Participants included the Tourism Authority of Thailand, National Sports Development Fund, Buriram Province, Department of Land Transport, PTG Energy, Chang natural mineral water, Thai Honda, Thai Yamaha Motor, Motore Italiano (Ducati Thailand) and Grab Thailand, together with media, influencers and sponsors.

The Sports Authority of Thailand's Deputy Governor for Professional Sports and Boxing said preparations were complete for Thailand's first MotoGP season opener. A major season-launch fan event at One Bangkok would promote the capital through worldwide online coverage, followed by the pre-season test and the Grand Prix itself.

Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, said MotoGP was an important part of the country's sports-tourism strategy. Hosting the 2025 and 2026 season openers offered a major promotional opportunity. ThaiGP also supported the Grand Festivity pillar of Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025, helping drive sustainable economic growth.

National Sports Development Fund manager Tanukiat Junchum said the fund had supported Thailand's MotoGP event for several years and helped Thai athletes progress internationally. Somkiat Chantra's premier-class debut at his home race was a significant milestone. He invited fans to take part in the occasion and support an event with substantial economic benefits for the country.

PTG's Rangsun Puangprang said the title sponsor was expanding its pavilion and installing a two-storey-high LED screen with 3D animation. Hero Walk and meet-and-greet activities with MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 riders would give fans opportunities for photos and autographs. PT Station, PT Maxnitron, Autobacs, Punthai Coffee, Coffee World and Max Card Plus joined the programme, with additional privileges for Max Card Plus and Max Card members.

Chang's marketing representative announced three days of entertainment, including the air-conditioned Chang House viewing area, live bands and DJs. Chang Music Connection concerts featured UrboyTJ and F.HERO on 28 February, Musketeers and Joey Phuwasit on 1 March, and Paradox on 2 March. A Chang Shuttle Station provided free transfers into the circuit.

Chotchanok Chidchob said Thailand's season-launch programme included activities at Wat Benchamabophit, a race-bike parade at One Bangkok, Hero Walk and the riders' red carpet. With the season launch, pre-season test and Grand Prix all in Thailand, race-ticket holders also received free test access.

The announcement listed ticket sales through Counter Service All Ticket at 7-Eleven stores nationwide and the All Ticket website. It also advertised a Grab promotion for travel to and from Chang International Circuit from 28 February to 2 March 2025: code THAIGP offered 15% off, up to THB 100, across all services. These were the terms published for that event. Updates were shared through Chang Circuit Buriram on Facebook and LINE @changcircuit.