Motorcycling-MotoGP changes finish rule for riders who fall off

ByReuters

Published 05/12/2018 at 17:00 GMT

LONDON, Dec 5 (Reuters) - MotoGP riders can be classified as race finishers in future even if they and their motorcycles cross the line separately, the sport's governing body (FIM) said on Wednesday.

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Under previous rules, riders had to be still on their machines at the chequered flag to finish and score points but the FIM's Grand Prix Commission decided a change was needed.

"There have been situations when, due to a crash, the rider and machine have crossed the line separately," the International Motorcycling Federation said in a statement.

"In future the finish time will be determined by the first part of the rider or his motorcycle, whichever crosses the finish line last."

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