Final Phillip Island MotoGP Cancelled Due to Rain, Márquez Denied Chance to Extend Lead

The last Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island was cancelled on Sunday due to treacherous weather, ending nearly three decades of racing at the iconic seaside circuit. Persistent rain and poor visibility forced organisers to call off the MotoGP, Moto3, and Moto2 races despite a sell-out crowd. "Limited visibility has resulted in the cancellation of the Australian MotoGP," organisers said. The cancellation denied Marc Márquez the opportunity to stretch his world championship lead over injured rival Jorge Martin. Márquez had been poised to capitalise on Martin's absence, but the weather intervened. The event was set to be the final MotoGP at Phillip Island before the Australian race relocates to a new Melbourne street circuit next year. The move marks the end of an era for the beloved coastal track, which has hosted the Australian Grand Prix since 1997. Fans, riders, and teams will now look ahead to the next round, where the championship battle resumes under hopefully clearer skies.