Not sure if the Stewards have taken note of Jorge Martin's criticism of both Marc's riding and the Stewards original double long lap penalty verdict, because the Notification of Sanction stipulated that it be taken in Argentina meaning he would not have to take the penalty with his withdrawal from that round..... anyway common sense and justice has prevailed, with the FIM Stewards now altered their original verdict.
The penalty has been redefined and is now to be served at the next race MM actually takes part in.
In its original decision, the stewards accused Marquez of being “overly aggressive” and of “irresponsible riding” in his crash.
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In updating its verdict, a stewards’ report read: “Considering the injury and non-participation of Marc Marquez, rider #93, at the Gran Premio Michelin de la Républica Argentina, and with a view to complying with the intention underlying the decision taken by the FIM MotoGP Stewards Panel, the double long lap penalty shall be served by the rider at the next MotoGP race in which he will be able to participate.”
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As an aside Oliveira has now undergone additional tests for ligament damage... clearly the additional tests have uncovered further injuries to Miguel and he has now also joined the list of withdrawals from Argentina.
Now that list is up to four.... Oliveira joining Marquez, Bastianini , and Pol Espargaro