What does Yamaha’s shock MotoGP boycott mean for F1 in Qatar and Abu Dhabi?

Tensions surrounding next week's Qatar Grand Prix have reached boiling point in the MotoGP paddock. There had already been unrest behind the scenes for some time, with several riders expressing their concerns, but on Sunday Yamaha became the first manufacturer to make a public statement. Both Yamaha and its satellite team Pramac have decided to boycott the race, prompting MotoGP to issue a…