Yamaha pulls out of Qatar MotoGP over ‘situation in the Middle East’
Summary
Yamaha withdrew its team from next weekend’s Qatar MotoGP, saying it could not change its company-wide travel restrictions given the situation in the Middle East. MotoGP said it was disappointed but reported that the other teams planned to compete in the November 6–8 race at Lusail International Circuit.Key Facts
- Yamaha announced its withdrawal shortly after Sunday's Malaysian MotoGP race.
- Yamaha riders Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins were named as members of the team.
- MotoGP said Yamaha’s absence would have sporting implications.
- MotoGP said its discussions with Qatar race organisers and safety advisers had not led it to change plans for the event.
- The Qatar Grand Prix is scheduled for November 6–8 at Lusail International Circuit, outside Doha.
- MotoGP said the rest of the grid had confirmed it would compete in Qatar.
- Marc Marquez won the Malaysian race at Sepang and could clinch the championship in Doha.
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