Flooding in Spain Leaves WorldSBK Rider Stranded
Severe flooding in Spain has left Tito Rabat stranded on the motorway, just hours after his 2025 season was confirmed
On Tuesday morning Tito Rabat signed a new WorldSBK deal for 2025 with Motoxracing Yamaha where he will compete alongside new team-mate Bahattin Sofuoglu.
But come that same evening, the former MotoGP was restricted to spending a night in his car after being stuck by devastating floods that resulted in many people losing their lives.
Rabat, who took to social media the following morning, was one of many people unable to get home on Tuesday night, with some people stranded and ultimately forced to leave their cars behind.
Rabat was stranded on the A3 which is the road connecting Madrid to Valencia, and the MotoGP finale next month is thought to already be under threat as a result of the flooding.
A statement from IRTA read: "We are all aware of the current situation in Valencia caused by heavy rains and floods. Sadly, there have been more than 50 fatalities in the region and many people are still missing. Our hearts go out to the victims and their loved ones.
"Fortunately, there have been no injuries among the circuit staff, but there is great damage to the exterior of the facilities, especially in the access to the circuit. We have been informed that the runway appears to be in good condition, although a full assessment is still underway."
Moto3 champion cancels title celebrations
Moto3 champion David Alonso was set to celebrate his maiden title win on 9 November but due to the flooding that’s taken place his Aspar Team has cancelled those plans, offering refunds to all his fans and members of the public who had bought tickets to attend the event. The festivities were scheduled to take place at the Aspar circuit, just south of Valencia.
A statement from the team said: “The CFMOTO Aspar Team and David Alonso have decided to cancel the Moto3 title celebration scheduled for November 9 at the Aspar Circuit due to the flooding that the province of Valencia is suffering as a result of the heavy rains on Tuesday and Wednesday.
“The Aspar Team was born in Alzira and has its headquarters in Guadassuar, in the heart of the Ribera Alta, one of the regions most affected by what happened. A large part of the team is in Malaysia, but all those who work from the offices or with the Aspar Team Junior remain in Valencia, as do families, friends and loved ones.
“The Aspar Team feels deeply the pain that this situation is causing and wants to express its condolences to the families of the deceased and to show its support to all those affected.
“The Aspar Team and the Aspar Circuit regret any inconvenience caused and are offering all motorcycle fans who had planned to attend the event the email info@asparcircuit.com for any questions or requests regarding refunds for reservations already made.”
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