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Marquez on Rossi: “10th-14th for years, how did he come back every weekend?”
Italian motorcycle racer Valentino Rossi retired at the end of 2021, ending his illustrious career that included seven MotoGP championships, the latest being 12 years prior. Despite retiring at the age of 42, Rossi was praised for his longevity, although he spent his final year on Yamaha’s satellite machinery. Spanish rider Marc Marquez expressed his admiration for Rossi’s ability to come back every weekend despite facing difficulties, as Rossi had been stuck between 10th and 15th place for four years before leaving the factory team. Marquez, who himself has faced challenges and injuries since his most recent championship win in 2019, sees similarities in their situations and acknowledges that if he were to become champion again, it would be the most important title of his career, as he views his past success as a product of his own efforts rather than relying on a “Superman” persona. Marquez currently trails Rossi by one championship, and matching his record would only intensify their already heated rivalry.
Source: Crash
