Murcia grants €160,000 to motorcyclists competing internationally

THE REGIONAL Council of Murcia, as per the proposal of the Minister of Tourism, Culture, Youth and Sports, approved a series of subsidies, totalling €160,000, to eleven motorcyclists from the region who competed in international championships during 2025. The regional government highlighted that motorcycling has a strong history, tradition, and lasting popularity in Murcia, and that the achievements and talents of these athletes have had a significant media impact on the region, helping to project a positive image on a national scale.

Local motorcycling stars awarded for their hard work

Of these motorcyclists, Pedro Acosta, of MotoGP, Máximo Martínez Quiles, of Moto3, Ana Carrasco, of SSP600, and Álvaro Carpe, of Moto3, will all receive €20,000. The remaining funding will be distributed among other Murcia-region riders who have also competed internationally, with amounts varying according to the level and category of competition.

Additional grants, aiming to grow sports tourism and coverage in Murcia

In addition to this subsidy, the government has approved a €75,000 grant for the Real Murcia Football Club, for its social relevance and contributions to regional sports promotion; as well as a grant for €30,000 to the Golf Federation of the Region of Murcia to help establish and develop the Regional Golf School. These grants are justified based on public and social interest, the organisations’ role in promoting sports tourism and leisure activities in the region, their contribution to the national visibility of Murcia, and their involvement in training young athletes. National and international media coverage of these sports helps to put Murcia on the map for many athletes and tourists, both foreign and domestic.

Motorcycling puts Murcia on the map

The grants are expected to promote sports participation and physical activity, particularly in sports like motorcycling, golf, and football, that require certain specialized equipment and infrastructure, making support from the government a necessity. In addition, in Murcia, motorcycling is one of the region’s most representative sports and is a major draw for athletes across the country.

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