The FIM MotoGP™ Stewards Panel have confirmed that after it was announced Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) would miss the upcoming Gran Premio Michelin® de la República Argentina through injury, his double Long Lap Penalty will be applicable for Round 3 at the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas.
Marquez was handed the double Long Lap Penalty after taking out Miguel Oliveira (CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP™ Team) in the early stages of Sunday's Portuguese GP race. It's since been announced that both riders will now miss the weekend in Termas de Rio Hondo through injury.
The FIM MotoGP™ Stewards have added further information regarding the application of the sanction.
Application of the sanction
Following the decision of the FIM MotoGP™ Stewards Panel taken on 26/03/2023 at 15:13, the FIM MotoGP™ Stewards Panel hereby clarifies its decision as regards applicability.
Considering the injury and non-participation of Marc Marquez, Rider #93, at the GRAN PREMIO MICHELIN® DE LA REPÚBLICA ARGENTINA, and with a view to comply with the intention underlying the decision taken by the FIM MotoGP™ Stewards Panel, the Double Long Lap Penalty shall be served by the Rider at the next MotoGP™ Race in which he will be able to participate.
FIM Communications