One of the most successful German riders of all time, Ralf Waldmann passed away suddenly on the 10th March 2018. One of the most well-known and friendliest Grand Prix riders, he was just 51-years-old. During his career, he was twice runner-up in the Championship and won 20 Grands Prix.

The Ennepetal native was a big supporter of the German Motorcycle Grand Prix held at the Sachsenring, and also, in recent years, often attended classical music events there.

Commenting on the – at times – controversial Turn 11, he told the Press: “There are corners you crash at. If you want a racetrack where you don’t crash, it would just be a straight. I know some places that are more dangerous on both former and current Grand Prix circuits.”

The naming ceremony will take place on the 22nd June at 17:00 during the Sachsenring Classic in Fahrerlager 1. Journalists and fans alike are invited and entry is free.

The corner naming is a joint action of ADAC Saxony, the Sachsenring Safety Centre, the Sachsenring racetrack management and Joint Board of the Sachsenring.

At the end of the ceremony, a Press Conference about the Pramac Motorrad Grand Prix Deutschland will be held in the Media Center at 18:00. Sachsenring Racetrack Management GmbH will present the winner’s trophy for the three World Championship classes, sponsored by the metalworking company Maltitz.

By MotoGP

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