The Philippines’ first exclusive drag race track has officially opened its gates. Brothers Ronan and Ritchmond Pagaduan unveiled the G1 Raceway Park in barangay Gango, Libona, Bukidnon, during a formal blessing and ribbon-cutting ceremony that drew riders, local officials, and motorsport enthusiasts from across the region. The launch adds a dedicated competitive venue to a Philippine motorsport scene that has grown steadily into a nationwide phenomenon, with drag racing now among its most popular disciplines.
Until now, organized drag racing in the Philippines has been concentrated at major circuits in Luzon, particularly the Batangas Racing Circuit and Clark International Speedway, both of which sit hundreds of kilometers from Mindanao. G1 Raceway Park addresses a long-standing infrastructure gap in the south, giving Visayas and Mindanao-based racers a venue designed exclusively for straight-line speed competition.
A Track Built on Vision and Community
The Pagaduan Brothers invested in a facility that prioritizes safety, structure, and competitive integrity. G1 Raceway Park provides riders with a dedicated environment that meets the demands of modern drag racing, from proper staging lanes to a controlled race surface. The blessing ceremony reflected not just a business launch, but a commitment to building a motorsport community in the Bukidnon region.
Ronan and Ritchmond Pagaduan expressed their intent to host regular race events, inviting teams of all skill levels to compete and develop their craft. Their effort mirrors a broader trend in Southeast Asia, where governments and private investors alike recognize that purpose-built racing facilities reduce illegal street racing while building legitimate sports culture. Malaysia, for instance, has pursued a national strategy of constructing drag strips to redirect street racers toward organized competition.
The park sits in Libona, a municipality in Bukidnon known for its cool highland climate and agricultural landscape. Its location provides a distinct advantage: a naturally cooler environment that can benefit engine performance and racer comfort during long event days.
Support the Track, Support Philippine Motorsports
The opening of the first exclusive drag race track in the Philippines is more than a regional milestone. It is an open invitation. Riders, tuners, and motorsport supporters across the country now have a reason to look south. G1 Raceway Park stands as proof that world-class motorsport infrastructure does not have to be confined to Luzon.
Local communities benefit directly when facilities like this take root. Race events generate economic activity, draw visitors, and create opportunities for mechanics, vendors, and young athletes. The Pagaduan Brothers have laid the foundation. Now, the motorsport community must show up to sustain it.
Visit G1 Raceway Park in barangay Gango, Libona, Bukidnon. Support the riders. Back the track. Help build the future of Philippine drag racing.
FAQs:
G1 Raceway Park is located in barangay Gango, Libona, Bukidnon, in the northern part of Bukidnon province in Mindanao.
The facility welcomes riders and teams across skill levels, from seasoned drag racers to amateur competitors looking for a safe, organized venue to test their builds.
Unlike multi-discipline circuits such as Batangas Racing Circuit, G1 Raceway Park is designed exclusively for drag racing, making it the first venue of its kind in the Philippines dedicated solely to straight-line competition.
Sources:
(1) The Thriving Motorsport Scene in The Philippines
(2) Motorsport Circuits in the Philippines
(3) Ramon Ang will build a race track and drag strip in Bulacan
(4) Getting to Know the Racetracks in the Philippines
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