The 56th edition of the iconic Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix concluded with another all-BMW podium, once again highlighting the BMW M 1000 RR as the machine to beat at the Guia Circuit. However, the event didn’t unfold as participants expected. The torrential rain that marked the weekend caused significant delays to the program and eventually led to the cancellation of the race on the narrow street circuit.
Given these circumstances, trophies were awarded based on qualifying results. As a result, BMW M 1000 RR riders – Davey Todd (United Kingdom), Erno Kostamo (Finland), and Peter Hickman (United Kingdom) – occupied the three podium positions.
The weekend promised to be memorable, with a strong BMW presence at the event. FHO Racing BMW Motorrad fielded a formidable team with Todd, Hickman, Michael Rutter (Macau record holder with nine victories), and Craig Neve, all under the leadership of Macau native Faye Ho. Erno Kostamo, winner of the 2022 edition, competed for Team 38 Motorsport by Penz13 Racing. In total, seven BMW riders were present, ready to face the unique challenges of this legendary circuit.
However, bad weather forced schedule reorganization, delaying the first track activities until Saturday. After a free practice session, qualifying took place, where BMW M 1000 RR riders secured the top four positions: Todd led, followed by Kostamo, Hickman, and Rutter. On Sunday, weather conditions worsened, with heavy rains making it impossible to hold the race. As a result, the top three qualifiers took to the podium, with Todd also receiving the award for the fastest lap.
Although the races didn’t happen as planned, BMW reaffirmed its supremacy at the Macau circuit, in an edition that will be remembered for the riders’ resilience and the unpredictability of the weather.
Source: BMW