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Social media trolls prompted Marc Marquez’s Messi Misano MotoGP celebration
MotoGP championship leader Marc Marquez recreated a Lionel Messi celebration at the San Marino Grand Prix after being spurred on by social media comments at Misano. Marquez, a factory Ducati rider, appeared on the podium with his race suit off, mimicking Messi’s iconic celebration at the Bernabeu in 2017. Marquez’s gesture aimed to silence opposing fans, especially at a venue where he is not popular due to his rivalry with Valentino Rossi and the partisan fanbase. Despite facing cheers and gestures following a crash at Misano, Marquez remained composed and found inspiration in Messi’s attitude of silencing critics with class. The behavior of some fans and competitors only fuel Marquez’s determination to succeed and represent his team, as witnessed in subsequent races such as the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello.
