MotoGP keeps Qatar Grand Prix on track after meeting with teams in Malaysia
Qatar has assured teams they would not be stranded amid concerns from riders over the Iran war.
Tensions between MotoGP and riders have grown following the Qatar Grand Prix controversy. Many riders are reluctant to travel to Doha due to concerns over the ongoing Iran war. During meetings held at Phillip Island and Malaysia, three-quarters of the grid initially opposed the trip, but this sentiment has since decreased to just three riders.
The riders face potential repercussions if they do not attend the race in Qatar, including financial penalties from organizers and possible sporting sanctions from the FIM. MotoGP organizers maintain that the race must proceed, citing guarantees from the Qatari government to ensure safety and provide evacuation plans if necessary.
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