Goa will debut as the host of an international street race with the announcement of the ‘Goa Street Race 2025’. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant revealed that the event will feature a 3.214 km circuit along the oceanfront at Headland Sada, Bogda. Scheduled for November 1 to 2, 2025, this race will serve as Round 4 of the Indian Racing Festival (IRF).
He added that Formula 4 cars are expected to reach speeds of 180 to 190 kmph, while design provisions allow for both night racing and future expansion. Spectator capacity will be around 15000 to 20000, with additional standing stands. Around 70 percent of the investment has come from our side, Reddy said, including debris fences, barriers, electronics, cars and drivers.
The CM confirmed that Goa has signed a three year agreement.
On weather challenges, he said, “Goa and Chennai have similar humid climates. The budget will be less in future as infrastructure is a one time investment,” he said. Sawant said the infrastructure will continue to benefit Goa. This will add sports tourism to Goa’s identity beyond sun, sand and sea,” he said.
Since we already run races in Chennai, we know how to handle it. The government has invested a part, while the rest has been borne by RPPL. “Whatever budget we have allocated this year, we will continue for another two years. “It can be used for marathons, cyclothons and other sporting events.
Reddy added, “The idea is to increase footfall for motorsport and give a push to the sport. Goa will be the first state to support motorsport at this scale. With celebrity team owners like Sourav Ganguly, John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor and Sudeep, the race will attract even more people.”