Laguna Seca dropped from MotoGP calendar

MOTOGP riders will not be racing down the legendary Corkscrew section in 2014 as Laguna Seca will no longer be part of the calendar next season.

Although the Californian circuit does not have a contract for 2014, the other American circuits in Indianapolis and Austin, Texas will remain part of the next MotoGP season. 

Unfortunately, the current US Grand Prix does not allow for Moto2 nor Moto3 to partake in the race weekend due to lack of space and therefore only hosts the premier MotoGP class.

A statement has been released: A statement read: “For 25 years, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca has served as the “home” for Grand Prix motorcycle racing in the United States, having staged 15 world championship Grands Prix since 1988.

"Unfortunately, and in spite of loyal support from fans, sponsors and media, there will not be a 16th U.S’ Grand Prix in 2014.

"At this time, the U.S. is only able to support two MotoGP events. The support provided by the states of Texas and Indiana make it difficult for us, as a not-for-profit, to currently compete.

"Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca extends its gratitude to all those whose combined efforts made the U.S. Grand Prix such an iconic event; it took all of you – fans, sponsors, motorcycle community, media, volunteers and, not the least, Dorna Sports.

"Our pledge to you is to work diligently to return the MotoGP World Championship to Monterey, Calif., in the very near future.”

Despite the loss of the Monterey circuit, Argentina and Brazil are set to be the new additions to the 2014 MotoGP schedule. A draft of this schedule will soon be available.