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Yamaha withdraws from MotoGP Qatar race amid Middle East tensions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Yamaha withdraws from MotoGP Qatar race amid Middle East tensions

Summary

Yamaha has announced its withdrawal from the MotoGP Qatar race this weekend due to concerns over the ongoing situation in the Middle East. The team cited its existing travel restrictions amid the war with Iran as the reason. This decision comes as most MotoGP riders preferred not to travel, although the rest of the grid has confirmed their participation. In contrast, Formula 1 is proceeding with planned races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, though uncertainties remain. Audi has stated that their logistics are being deployed, aiming for a typical race schedule, with any changes potentially confirmed after the Brazilian Grand Prix.

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By the Numbers

•Yamaha withdrew from MotoGP's Qatar race due to regional tensions.
•Most MotoGP riders were opposed to traveling to Qatar.
•F1 plans to continue with races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
•Audi confirmed that logistical preparations are underway for F1 races.
•A decision on F1's Middle East races is expected after the Brazilian Grand Prix.

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12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Yamaha Pulled Out of MotoGP’s Qatar Race, but Audi’s F1 Logistics Are ‘En Route’

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Yamaha pulled its MotoGP team out of this weekend’s Qatar race, but F1 still has Qatar and Abu Dhabi on its calendar and Audi’s logistics are “en route.” Most MotoGP riders preferred not to travel to Qatar because of the…
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