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Circuit Ricardo Tormo, located in Valencia, Spain, is commonly referred to as one of the most modern and safest circuits in the world.
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The circuit was officially opened on September 15, 1999 and has been the venue of numerous international events since then, including Moto GP and Formula 1.
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The circuit named after Spanish motorcycle racer Pablo Ricardo Tormo, who died of cancer in 1998.
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The circuit was designed by Spanish engineer Manuel Miguel with Emeterio Valiente.
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The main track covers 4.005 km and has a total of 16 turns.
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There is also a shorter 2.1 km wide track, which is mainly used for motorcycle races.
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Circuit Ricardo Tormo has hosted 12 Moto GP races and 5 Formula 1 races to date.
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The circuit also features several educational programs related to road safety and environment.
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In addition to professional races, the circuit also hosts several amateur events and track days.
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The circuit has a maximum capacity of 70,000 spectators.