15 publishers · first seen Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:54 UTC · updated Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:37 UTC
Yamaha has withdrawn from the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix due to ongoing unrest in the Middle East, citing insufficient grounds to change its company-wide travel restrictions. The decision comes despite MotoGP's assurances of safety and security for the event. MotoGP expressed disappointment with Yamaha's decision, stating it does not reflect the extensive assurances provided by Qatar and independent safety advisors. Meanwhile, Marc Marquez secured his seventh win of the season at the Malaysian Grand Prix, bringing him closer to his eighth world title.
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