The situation at this year’s Qatar Grand Prix continues to generate concern. Despite the armed conflict in the region, MotoGP will proceed with its planning, intending to hold the race scheduled for November 8.
According to MotoGP’s deputy managing director, Carlos Ezpeleta, the competition is under constant surveillance regarding the security circumstances. Following the initial rescheduling from April 12 to November, the events in Portugal and Valencia had to be postponed.
The Qatar GP is the first night event of MotoGP, a feature that makes it special on the calendar. Recently, a missile attack at Riyadh airport has caused major disruptions in air connections in the area, which has raised concerns among the riders.
Ezpeleta confirmed in a press conference in Indonesia that, despite the adverse situations, the event remains on the agenda. “The safety of all involved is our top priority,” he stated.
When asked about their opinion on racing in a conflict-affected region, several riders expressed their acceptance of the situation. Francesco Bagnaia indicated that while safety is a priority, it is necessary to assess all aspects before making a final decision.
On the other hand, Fabio Quartararo showed no concern for the trip to Qatar, considering it a routine race. In contrast, Alex Marquez appeared more uncertain, wondering if the race would still take place despite having bought the ticket.
Young rider Pedro Acosta made an ironic comment about the possible threats, emphasizing that their responsibility as riders is to continue with their goals. “If the team sends me a ticket to go, we’ll have to move forward,” he added.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
