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Franco Morbidelli’s riding was in the spotlight again on Saturday at the Portuguese MotoGP
VR46 MotoGP rider Franco Morbidelli defended his riding style against critics after an incident in Portuguese Grand Prix qualifying, asserting that he is not dangerous. Despite facing ire for on-track incidents this season, Morbidelli has avoided further sanctions from FIM stewards since receiving an ultimatum at the San Marino Grand Prix. His next penalty for an at-fault incident will be a pitlane start, while subsequent ones may lead to a race ban. While his aggressive riding has stayed in the limelight, Morbidelli refuted criticism on social media, emphasizing that he strives to compete without causing harm and aims to continue advancing in his favorite sport.
