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Valentino Rossi calls Mandalika ‘very fun’ after first ride at the Indonesian MotoGP track.
Valentino Rossi, retired from MotoGP in 2021, finally rode the Mandalika circuit just months after its grand prix debut in Indonesia. The circuit CEO expressed sadness at Rossi’s retirement so close to the event but welcomed him back to the track with open arms. Rossi, a nine-time world champion, enjoyed the fast and flowing layout of the track during a training trip with his VR46 Academy riders. He hopes Mandalika will help develop future Indonesian talent and see an Indonesian rider at the top level in MotoGP. Overall, the experience at Mandalika was praised for its great layout and track quality by Rossi and other riders present.
