Earthquake and tsunami disaster itself willy-nilly can change the MotoGP calendar. At present the situation Drona claims awaiting further information related to the situation in 'Affairs of the Rising Sun' is.
Japan had been due to become the third series in the MotoGP calendar this season, in which the Motegi circuit will become a main venue where the race on 24 April. But after an earthquake measuring 8.9 magnitude that rocked last week, there is a possibility that the schedule would be changed.
Given the severe damage and the atmosphere of grief that hit Japan, Dorna, MotoGP as the commercial rights holder, confirmed that they will review the schedule. Next they will continue to coordinate with the Japanese government to get certainty.
"Japan is a country that is important for this championship and we were with them in sorrowful moments like this," said Dorna boss, Carmelo Ezpeleta, in Autosport.
"There will be no decision made until we see continued progress on this tragedy, as he put the interests of Japan, which will be a third series this season, on top of everything."
"I've had the opportunity to speak with those who work for Motegi Circuit, we are pleased to know that those who work there no one was hurt. After all, a situation associated with this heartbreaking tragedy should continue to monitor its development."
"For us, we will provide whatever they need. MotoGP will help anything that Japan asked for," said Ezpeleta.
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