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MotoGP abandons disqualification for riders breaking tyre pressure rule
Last year, a new minimum tyre pressure regulation was introduced for both sprint races and grand prix events, with penalties escalating from a warning to a three-second penalty for offenders. Starting from the British Grand Prix, the Tyre Pressure Management System was made mandatory after a period of testing and development. However, the planned disqualification penalty for breaking this rule in 2024 was replaced this season by time penalties added at the end of races, with an extra eight or 16 seconds penalty depending on the race day. Michelin’s decision to implement minimum tyre pressures was driven by safety concerns, with penalties deferred until Silverstone despite initial monitoring from the first race of the season. Riders struggled with the new 1.88 bar minimum front tyre pressure, leading to adjustments in pressure and compliance requirements following feedback from the riders. The evolving regulations and penalties have shown how crucial tyre management is in modern motorcycle racing, with Michelin and the governing body balancing safety and competition considerations.
