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Yamaha to skip Qatar MotoGP race as row with organisers deepens
The Japanese manufacturer will not compete at Lusail, escalating the dispute over how the MotoGP weekend has been handled.
2 November 2026 1 min read 3 views
Yamaha will not take part in the Qatar Grand Prix, a move that raises the level of tension with MotoGP organisers. The decision follows days of friction linked to how the event has been managed and marks a highly sensitive moment for the paddock.
For Italian fans, it is a serious development: a major MotoGP manufacturer is breaking ranks just before an important round. It remains to be seen whether the crisis can be resolved or if it will affect the next races on the calendar.
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