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Michelin bans soft compound for MotoGP Japanese GP

MotoGP official tyre provider Michelin implemented a strict rule change ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix by outlawing the soft rubber option. This drastic measure came in response to severe tire complications encountered by several competitors during the sprint event at Motegi.

Elevated track temperatures severely impacted specific racers utilizing the soft rear compound, most notably Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia, which generated concerning broadcast footage.

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