Miller criticizes MotoGP for pushing ahead with Qatar Grand Prix
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 9:25 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Jack Miller has expressed strong opposition to the Qatar Grand Prix, scheduled for November 6-8, citing safety concerns amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. He noted that 19 out of 22 riders share his apprehension about participating in the event. The MotoGP paddock has collectively voiced their concerns and sought assurances regarding safety measures and liability. Despite their united stance, MotoGP has yet to cancel the race and is looking for guarantees of safety for all personnel involved. The situation remains tense as riders wait for further decisions from the league.
- •Miller says 19 of 22 MotoGP riders do not want to race in Qatar.
- •The Qatar GP is scheduled for November 6-8 amid regional instability.
- •Riders are seeking safety assurances and a liability agreement.
- •MotoGP has not yet responded to the riders' calls for cancellation.
- •The season finale could be jeopardized if riders miss the Qatar round.
- 9:25 AMYahoo Sports — Jack Miller voices strong opinion against Qatar GP: “Nobody wants to go, we’ve made our opinion very clear”
- 9:25 AMMotorsport.com — Jack Miller voices strong opinion against Qatar GP: “Nobody wants to go, we’ve made our opinion very clear”
"Jack Miller says he doesn’t understand why MotoGP is pressing ahead with the Qatar Grand Prix, saying 19 out of 22 riders are not ready to take part in the race. The entire MotoGP has held a series of meetings over the last 10 days, with the majority of the pack taking a united stand about the Losail event scheduled for 6-8 November. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been ...Keep reading
"Miller has made it clear he doesn’t want to travel to Qatar, echoing the opinion of the majority of the grid
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 1, 2026, 9:25 AMJack Miller voices strong opinion against Qatar GP: “Nobody wants to go, we’ve made our opinion very clear”
Miller has made it clear he doesn’t want to travel to Qatar, echoing the opinion of the majority of the grid
- Motorsport.comNov 1, 2026, 9:25 AMJack Miller voices strong opinion against Qatar GP: “Nobody wants to go, we’ve made our opinion very clear”
Jack Miller says he doesn’t understand why MotoGP is pressing ahead with the Qatar Grand Prix, saying 19 out of 22 riders are not ready to take part in the race. The entire MotoGP has held a series of meetings over the last 10 days, with the majority of the pack taking a united stand about the Losail event scheduled for 6-8 November. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been ...Keep reading
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