MotoGP issues new pitlane entry rule after Marc Marquez fallout from Jerez sprint

MotoGP formalized new pitlane entry rules after Marc Marquez’s Jerez sprint maneuver highlighted a regulatory gap. The event took place during the April sprint where Marquez crossed onto pitlane from the grass to switch to his wet bike and won the sprint, prompting calls for tighter regulation. From the French Grand Prix onward, teams must enter and exit pits strictly via the designated point and route, as defined by the broken white line and timing point, with circuit-specific prohibitions published by Race Direction. Stewards may penalize deviations, closing loopholes and ensuring uniform safety and fairness across sessions.