Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah
Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah

Hafizh Syahrin Abdullah has opted to sit out the Emilia Romagna Motorcycle GP, which begins in Italy tomorrow, to be close to his ailing grandparents.

The NTS RW Racing GP rider disclosed that his grandparents have contracted Covid-19 and are hospitalised in Terengganu.

"I will not race (in Misano) this weekend because my grandpa and grandma are both stage-4 Covid. I apologise to my fans and sponsors," said Hafizh.

"I will continue to focus on training and will be back stronger for the last two races of the season in Portimao and Valencia.

"I thank my team for understanding my situation."

Hafizh, who recently disclosed that this will be his last season in Moto2, is currently 28th in the standings with eight points.