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Marc Marquez told to apologise for notorious Valentino Rossi MotoGP
Former Italian MotoGP rider Loris Reggiani believes Marc Marquez should apologize to the world of motorcycling and its fans for his actions during the fallout with Valentino Rossi in 2015. The controversy surrounding the conclusion of the 2015 season, where Rossi accused Marquez of sabotaging his title hopes, still sparks debate even after a decade. Rossi suspected foul play from Marquez due to erratic lap times during the Australian Grand Prix, which Marquez won ahead of Rossi’s title rival Jorge Lorenzo. This dispute culminated in a collision between Rossi and Marquez during the Malaysian Grand Prix, resulting in Rossi starting from the back of the grid at the Valencia finale. Rossi ultimately lost the championship to Lorenzo, with lingering claims that Marquez played a significant role in disrupting his title bid. Reggiani insists that Marquez owes an apology for his actions, especially given the fan backlash he continues to face during Italian MotoGP rounds. In Reggiani’s perspective, Rossi deserved the 2015 title over Lorenzo due to his consistent performance throughout the season, highlighting the controversy and unresolved sentiments from that tumultuous period in MotoGP history.
