PHILLIP ISLAND: Qualifying for the Australian MotoGP was called off as strong winds caused havoc at the coastal circuit, with officials deciding it was too dangerous to continue. Phillip Island, known for its fast corners and long straights, is a favourite among riders, but it is also renowned for notoriously unpredictable weather. The winds whipping the circuit were such that 10 in the 22-strong field didn’t even set a lap-time in today’s third practice session. “Conditions will be assessed tomorrow (Sunday) morning with a view to running Q1 and Q2,” MotoGP officials said. If qualifying cannot be held on Sunday, the grid order will be based on the current combined practice results.

Source: New Strait Times October 26, 2019 06:56 UTC