Yeh it was, sort of detracted from the excitement a bit and handed the championship over. Latest news is the finger has been "saved" and he'll have full use etc, may be riding in the last race.
Felt very sorry for Cudlin.
Gotta say I did let out a little cheer when Rossi went down.....so over him. And his voice is getting squeakier, what's going on there.....? Hormone treatment??