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Saturday 25 October 2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of the infamous clash at Sepang between Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez. It is a moment that continues to reverberate throughout MotoGP. Marquez and Rossi’s paths have gone in wildly different directions since, but the real tragedy of that day haunts the latter the most…
It is noticeable upon rewatching the 2015 MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix just how nervous Valentino Rossi appeared on his Yamaha in the early laps, a stark contrast to his dominant form in previous years as the undisputed GOAT of MotoGP.
The 2015 season marked Rossi’s first real chance at the championship since 2009, after enduring setbacks such as a leg break in 2010 and a challenging stint at Ducati.
Despite Rossi’s impressive campaign that year with four victories and consistent podium finishes, he faced tough competition from a fast Yamaha teammate in Jorge Lorenzo and the emerging threat of Marc Marquez on Honda.
Rossi’s battles with Marquez throughout 2015, particularly the infamous incidents at the Argentine Grand Prix and Assen, added fuel to the intense rivalry between the two riders.
The tensions escalated further after the Australian Grand Prix, leading to the controversial Sepang clash and subsequent conspiracy theories that continue to divide fans and the MotoGP community.
