The last MotoGP race at the Phillip Island circuit has been canceled due to adverse weather conditions that have affected the area over the weekend. The competition was scheduled to start at 14:00 local time, but was postponed twice, finally moving to 16:30. However, with only 25 minutes to open the pit lane, the organization announced the definitive cancellation of the event.
The visibility situation has been one of the main reasons for this decision. Heavy rain has complicated the operations of the medical helicopter, an essential requirement for the safety of the riders, as it must be available for possible emergency evacuations. In a statement, MotoGP confirmed: ‘Due to limited visibility, it has been decided to cancel the MotoGP race at the Australian Grand Prix.’
As a farewell to the circuit, a farewell lap was scheduled with the riders at the wheel under the safety car to greet the fans who, although they could not see the competition, were able to enjoy this special moment. The farewell lap began at 15:45 local time.
The morning had started with a warm-up session for MotoGP, initially scheduled for 09:40, but which was postponed to 11:00 before being completely canceled. The races in the Moto3 and Moto2 categories were also subsequently canceled, leaving the main focus on the premier category.
Moreover, this cancellation has been a relief for Aprilia and for rider Jorge Martín, who had suffered a fracture in his forearm on Saturday, and would have lost more points if the race had taken place. Martín hopes to compete in the next race of the Malaysian Grand Prix after medical examinations revealed no additional injuries.
On the other hand, Marc Márquez leaves Australia as the new leader of the championship, with a 10-point advantage over Martín and a 50-point difference from the other Aprilia rider, Marco Bezzecchi.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
