India is set to host its first ever MotoGP race at the Buddh International Circuit on the outskirts of Delhi on 24 September, but the event has been embroiled by problems with visas and custom clearances.
Several teams, including the factory Honda squad and its star rider Marc Marquez, have been forced to reschedule flights as their e-visas were still being processed by the government.
In a statement issued late on Tuesday evening in response to the travel chaos, Fairstreet Sports, which is organising the race with support from the state government of Uttar Pradesh, said it is working with Indian authorities to ensure all remaining visa applications are processed in a timely manner.
It expressed confidence that all team members will be able to reach in India in time for the race to take place as scheduled.
“We have been updated about the current issue of delays in the visa issuance process,” the statement read.
“We would like to share that we have been working relentlessly to resolve the same in the best possible manner.
“Close to 500 visas have been cleared and a large number will be done shortly. The dedicated teams are doing everything possible to ensure every rider, team, technical officials visa are issued at the earliest. This incident was unexpected and we are doing whatever is required to address the same immediately.
“We understand the importance of a seamless experience for all participants and attendees and encourage everyone to be patient and cooperate with us and the teams.
Source: Autosport