Buriram coordinates medical rehearsals, marshal training and final preparations for the MotoGP opener

Buriram coordinated marshal training, emergency medical plans and measures covering accommodation, traffic, safety, tourism and visitor services. These preparations supported the following weekend's pre-season test and the season-opening PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2026 at the end of February.

Preparations gathered pace at Chang International Circuit after the first equipment delivery. Teams began installing event infrastructure while the venue completed its operational arrangements.

Marshals and medical teams received intensive training on new regulations, race control, track safety and coordination with Race Direction. Emergency medical response plans were rehearsed, while disaster-prevention agencies and local authorities helped clean and prepare the surrounding area for international visitors.

Buriram's coordinating committee met at Chang Arena to prepare for the MotoGP 2026 season opener. The meeting brought together Governor Piya, Newin Chidchob, the Sports Authority of Thailand's Deputy Governor for Professional Sports and Boxing, circuit Managing Director Tanaisiri Chanvitayarom and representatives of public, private and local organisations to rehearse the operating plans.

Preparations focused on traffic, security, transport and visitor services. The province planned to showcase Buriram culture, local food and community life, including Shuttle Taen farm-vehicle transfers to visitor attractions.

Key measures included public-health inspections of accommodation, restaurants and service businesses. Buriram police prepared traffic assistance and security plans for the circuit, main roads, hotels and major visitor locations to help the event run smoothly.

The meeting also reviewed traffic plans on main roads and around the circuit, airport assistance and consumer protection. Authorities warned accommodation and food businesses against exploiting visitors through unfair price increases. Complaints could be reported 24 hours a day to the Anytime Anywhere in Buriram centre on 044-666504. Ask Me and GU volunteers were assigned to visitor information and cleanliness duties.

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports also prepared tourism volunteers to provide information and assistance throughout race weekend. The initiative aimed to improve the visitor experience, support local tourism income and reinforce Buriram's reputation as an international sports destination.

The announcement also reported that MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports had changed its name to MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group (MotoGP SEG), reflecting its direction in global motorsport and entertainment.

Thailand prepared to host official pre-season testing on 21–22 February, ahead of the MotoGP season opener, PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2026, on 27 February–1 March.

The partners confirmed they would work closely together to welcome riders, teams, media and fans from around the world, providing a positive experience from arrival in Thailand through the historic season-opening weekend.