Australian MotoGP cancelled due to treacherous weather
A fan wearing a penguin suit stands as heavy rain delays the start of the Australian MotoGP Grand Prix on Phillip Island on October 25, 2026. — AFP pic
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Summary
- The final Australian MotoGP race at Phillip Island was canceled on Sunday due to hazardous weather conditions, preventing Marc Marquez from extending his lead over the injured Jorge Martin.
- Persistent rain and poor visibility led organizers to call off the event, including the Moto3 and Moto2 races, despite a sell-out crowd.
First Published: Sunday, 25 Oct 2026 1:00 PM MYT
PHILLIP ISLAND, Oct 25 — Marc Marquez was denied the chance Sunday to stretch his world championship lead over injured Jorge Martin with the last Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island cancelled due to treacherous conditions.
Organisers pulled the plug despite a sell-out crowd with persistent rain and poor visibility making racing unsafe. The Moto3 and Moto2 races were also cancelled. — AFP
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