Yamaha has withdrawn from the MotoGP event in Qatar, Al Jazeera English reported, with the situation in the Middle East reported as the reason. The event is due to take place next weekend at Lusail, the outlet reported. MotoGP said Yamaha's non-participation in the Lusail event carries sporting implications, according to Al Jazeera English. The specific concerns behind the decision are not yet known. The sporting implications have not been set out. Whether other teams will withdraw, and whether the event will go ahead as scheduled, are also unknown.