MotoGP addresses rider concerns over 2027 format changes in Mandalika

MotoGP responded to criticism regarding the lack of rider involvement in the new weekend format for 2027 during a media session at Mandalika on October 7. Deputy CEO Carlos Ezpeleta emphasized that rider input is welcome and that teams are expected to facilitate feedback. This follows concerns from top riders, including Pedro Acosta and Marc Marquez, who indicated they felt sidelined in the decision-making process. The revised format involves a second qualifying for sprint races and eliminates the Sunday warm-up. Ezpeleta assured that safety measures are being considered amid fears of increased injury risk due to changes in qualifying procedures. The ongoing dialogue between riders, teams, and the MotoGP organization will determine the final implementation of these changes.

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