Six-time Phillip Island champion Casey Stoner has expressed his disappointment with the Victorian government's decision to give up on MotoGP. Riders have highlighted the circuit as the most beautiful track and have expressed their grief over its historic loss. Marco Bezzecchi has praised Phillip Island for its impressive racing layout and events. Riders have expressed their disappointment over the withdrawal, with Johann Zarco seeing an possibility amid showers, wind, and frigid temperatures.