To be 100 percent certain is impossible in ascertaining the truth behind the argument as to which is more popular nowadays – the four-wheel action of Formula One, or the two-wheeled frenzy that is the Moto GP? But this somewhat subdued albeit existing rivalry between the two biggest motorsports event in the world resurfaced after a polarizing comment from former Formula One driver Niki Lauda.
“”It is very interesting to watch because you can see how the rider struggles with his bike. In F1, unfortunately, the opposite happens. The cars are very easy to drive, they don’t even slide.” Of course, it is easy to take this comment out of context. After all, this will definitely create a stir since the man commenting about how less exciting F1 is compared to Moto GP is himself a three-time F1 World Champion. So his comment has value, and will count for something.
So if you are looking for a way on how to gauge the popularity of both sports compared to one another, then referencing comments from respected icons like Lauda is one of them. This is no pedestrian comment and should be taken seriously, especially by Formula One top brass who are grappling with ways on how to make the sport regain its exuberance.
Another way is to make note on the drop of commercial and public support. If the people are less excited about Formula One, then it will translate to commercial shifts. Very recently, numerous reports surfaced regarding an F1 team ready to leave the industry, which, by all accounts, is a statement about a decrease in popularity of the sport.
And possibly the strongest indicator of all – television ratings. The success of international sporting events is measured primarily on two things: the weight of international betting, and television airtime and ratings. It is no secret that Formula One’s TV ratings have dropped recently.
Why? Maybe too much technicality. Maybe because the competition has become one-sided. The Nico Rosberg – Lewis Hamilton rivalry is close to embracing a telenovela plot just to be entertaining and engaging, unlike in Moto GP wherein every race has become uncertain – defending champion Marc Marquez suddenly becomes vulnerable while old veterans started to reclaim their lost throne – what’s not to like, plot-wise?
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