MotoGP sanctions: Commissioners, appeals, tours to TAS when necessary

MotoGP sanctions always create debate both within the fans and within the paddock. But when you have to apply the punishment, who really makes the decision? This process is strict and clearly structured to ensure fairness.

It all starts with the Grand Prix Committeeconsists of four entities. Film (International Motorcycling Federation), Dona (commercial rights holder), IRTA (Team Association) and MSMA (Manufacturers Association). This committee is responsible for preparing competition regulations.

When a violation occurs, FIM MotoGP Commissioners Panels are includedIt consists of three members: Two Commissioners (Currently appointed by FIM by Slovenia and Spain) president (specified by IRTA), the position he currently occupies Simon Crafer. nevertheless Dona You must approve the commissioner at the beginning of the season. Do not participate in disciplinary decisions or sanctions.

This panel is responsible Whether or not to check the incident, apply sanctions, and what type Responding to sanctions, Always based on regulations FIM World Championships.

What happens when a pilot or team sues sanctions?

In the case of differences of opinion, The pilot or team can present an appeal. Therefore, the review will be handed over FIM Appeal Commissioner PanelIt was formed by Two members of the FIM Circuit Race Committee. These commissioners rotate throughout the year, ensuring independence in each case.

This panel You can maintain the sanctions imposed by the original commissioner and even change or cancel them. It also has the power of RIssuing the case to the MotoGP Court of Appealsif you think that a problem requires deeper analysis or presents complexity that cannot be solved.

The judge of this court will be appointed by the head of the legal department of FIM.. Once the tests are heard and analyzed, a definitive verdict is issued in the sports field.

TAS, the last instance outside the MotoGP environment

If there is still a disagreement after this final decision of the Court of Appeal, Cases can be brought to the Court of Arbitration of Sports (TAS).. this The organ is completely independent of FIM and serves as the last judicial case of international sports issues. It assesses the effectiveness of subsequent procedures and the legality of the sanctions imposed.