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Sprint races every MotoGP weekend "not the correct way," says Quartararo
“In 2023, MotoGP introduced sprint races for the first time in the series’ history. However, the Australian GP sprint was cancelled due to bad weather. The sprints were implemented to offer more value for fans at the track and attract a larger TV audience. While 15 out of the 20 rounds saw an increase in Saturday attendance, no race in 2023 had the entire full-time grid present, which was blamed on the increase in races. Many riders, including champion Quartararo, expressed concerns about the physical toll of the sprints and questioned the need for them in every GP. Next year, the calendar is set to expand to 22 rounds with 44 races including sprints, but riders have been pushing to reduce the number of sprints. There is no clear solution to improve the championship, but Dorna is working hard to address the situation.”
