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A number of MotoGP riders preparing to line up for this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix at the iconic Phillip Island circuit have expressed concerns about whether or not the main race will even be able to go ahead, if the weather forecast is to be believed.
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A number of MotoGP riders are concerned about the possibility of the Australian Grand Prix being cancelled due to the expected high winds at the Phillip Island circuit. Located on the southern coast of Australia and notorious for unpredictable weather, riders are worried about the safety of racing in these conditions. The strong winds, reaching speeds of 30mph (50km/h) with gusts of up to 50mph (80km/h), are reminiscent of the 2019 incident when Portuguese racer Miguel Oliveira was blown off the track during practice. Riders admit that racing in similar conditions for a 27-lap race is daunting and potentially dangerous. Some suggest moving the race to Saturday or starting the season in March to avoid the unpredictable spring weather.
Source: The Race
