Could the Australian MotoGP race be moved to Saturday afternoon for the second time in three years? The 2023 Sprint-Grand Prix swap was a result of severe Sunday weather predictions, including strong winds and heavy rain. The race on Saturday proceeded smoothly, but the delayed Sunday Sprint was eventually canceled due to worsening weather conditions. This year's forecast is less dire, but still predicts strong winds of 40-55 km/h. Riders are concerned about the potential impact of these winds, with Alex Rins stating, 'What is the limit? It depends on the wind direction.' The Safety Commission will be consulted on Friday to discuss potential solutions, including the possibility of removing wings to counter dangerous crosswinds. However, Rins believes that removing wings would have more negative consequences than positive ones. The 2022 Australian MotoGP also experienced extreme winds, leading to a postponed qualifying session and a fast accident for Miguel Oliveira. The question remains whether moving the race to Saturday could be a viable option to avoid potential weather-related disruptions.
