The round of Hungary in the World Superbike Championship is in serious risk, and an alternative is already being considered: Estoril, in Portugal. The Hungarian round is scheduled for August, following Portimão, at the new Balaton Park circuit.
The agreement with the promoter is for ten years, but the investment required to adapt the track for motorcycle races (it is more geared towards car racing) is casting doubt on the event. According to GPOne.com, the alternative in Hungary is the Pannonia-Ring, which was inspected by Dorna and FIM two weeks ago. However, some interventions are necessary, and the paddock (including existing boxes) is too small for WSBK. Furthermore, grandstands for the public and a press room would need to be built.
Considering the doubts about Balaton Park and the monumental task it would be for Pannonia-Ring to host the championship, another solution could be Estoril. The circuit near Lisbon has hosted WSBK until 2022 and could now return to the calendar. The Hungarian round is scheduled for August 23-25, just two weeks after Portimão. Therefore, Estoril emerges as a cost-effective option if it is not possible to hold the Hungarian event.