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How Yamaha's MotoGP engine woes haunted it in Portugal

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Lewis Duncan

Nov 23, 2020, 3:33 PM

Yamaha's 2020 MotoGP engine issues have been well-documented. And they ultimately haunted Franco Morbidelli in the Portugal finale as he secured runner-up spot in a title race which so very nearly swung in his favour.

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There was a collective sigh of release from the MotoGP paddock - both on site and at home - when the chequered flag fell on the Portuguese Grand Prix, bringing to an end the series' wildest campaign in memory.

A punishing scheduled of 14 races in 18 weeks beginning on July 19 courtesy of the delays forced by the coronavirus took its toll on all, but the journey was one all are grateful to have been able to take.

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Lewis Duncan is Autosport's International Editor and primary MotoGP reporter. A motorsport fan from a young age, Lewis became interested in journalism when he won the star letter competition in the February 2012 issue of F1 Racing Magazine. A member of the Autosport Academy from 2017, Lewis became a freelance motorcycle racing correspondent for Autosport in 2019 before becoming a full-time staffer in 2020 as International Editor.

While MotoGP coverage is his priority, Lewis also covers other motorcycle racing across the Motorsport Network, and hosts the Tank Slappers Podcast. He has also occasionally commentated on 750 Motor Club meetings. Away from motorsport, Lewis is a keen record collector with a collection unashamedly largely featuring Iron Maiden and Rush and an avid guitar player.