Davide Tardozzi and MotoGP's Qatar race doubts
What happened
Davide Tardozzi, Ducati's team manager, is linked to coverage of a dispute over whether MotoGP should race in Qatar. The headlines say Ducati criticised riders who "stay silent" and that Marc Marquez faced criticism over his stance. The provided headlines do not confirm what Tardozzi himself said.
When it started
The GPOne article is dated 25 October 2026. It says Carlos Ezpeleta, MotoGP's chief executive, would be in Doha on Wednesday, but the sources do not give the exact date of the other reports.
How it spread
According to The Race, riders held a secret meeting amid concerns about the Qatar event. According to GPOne, doubts remain over whether Qatar will go ahead. The sources do not describe the meeting's outcome.
Why it matters
The reports point to safety or logistical concerns about the Qatar round and disagreement among riders about how to respond. The sources given do not state the specific reasons in detail, so the full picture is unclear.