Dorna CEO Defends Jack Miller Amid ‘Passport Ride’ Criticism: Calls for Diverse MotoGP Grid

Assertion regarding Jack Miller's 'passport ride' dismissed as "rubbish"

Dorna's Chief Executive Officer supports Jack Miller's spot in the 2025 lineup

According to the CEO of Dorna, the idea that Jack Miller is riding in MotoGP due to his nationality is "nonsense," and Miller truly merits his position in the championship.

Miller was close to leaving MotoGP after his factory KTM spot was taken by Pedro Acosta in 2025, and he wasn't considered for the Tech3 team.

However, Pramac Yamaha stepped in to save his aspirations.

A discussion has arisen in MotoGP regarding the different nationalities present among the competitors.

Racers from Spain and Italy are leading the pack, but there is a debate that these riders face more challenges in advancing to MotoGP. This is because the event organizers aim to include participants from a variety of countries.

"It's a straightforward question to address," stated Carmelo Ezpeleta, the CEO of Dorna, in an interview with AS.

In the Olympics, if you're an American athlete and rank fourth in your national trials, you won't qualify to compete. Your journey ends there.

"It's unacceptable, especially as a Spaniard, that certain individuals, who have enjoyed more advantages than others, are dominating the system in Spain, where things function efficiently."

"The championship has made it clear that we can't have Spaniards filling the grid."

"This should be considered a world championship, and if you come from a region with numerous opportunities, you need to excel as you have had more resources available."

In the past, MotoGP was dominated by champions from the United States and Australia, but the situation has evolved

However, Ezpeleta cautioned riders from Spain and Italy by saying, "There will be fewer in the future. It doesn't contribute anything."

"There are certain entities currently present, though I won't specify which, that shouldn't be involved. Their presence does not enhance the championship."

"It's not possible to aim for a world championship while still keeping Spaniards and Italians in the mix."

"That could occur to anyone. If we consider it, how many Spaniards are present here who perhaps shouldn't be?"

"Our task is to provide chances to individuals who have not received them before."

"In Miller's situation, it's evident since he is a competitor who has achieved victories in MotoGP grand prix events."

"Those who have less success than he does are the ones often criticizing him. Let's not entertain any foolishness."

"I aim to establish my approach on a philosophy rather than modeling it after Miller. Moreover, allocating a single quota to each country would be a less favorable option."

"Our aim is to give importance to racers from all countries. Similarly to how I would have preferred, in times when we weren't leading, to see more than just American racers at the forefront."

"That is something I would have appreciated during the 1980s."

"It is necessary to proceed in this manner, even though they are Spanish."

Ezpeleta emphasized that there will be a reduction in the number of races held in Spain.

He stated that hosting four Grand Prix events in Spain will not be sustainable.

"They'll definitely stay until 2026, but what happens after that is uncertain. It's simply not possible."

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